Childcare Apprentice Bright Beginnings

We are looking for an energetic, passionate and hardworking individual who can work well as part of a small team. You should have some work experience in working with children. The successful candidate will need to have a real passion for wanting to work with early years children & be motivated to achieve their full potential.

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Closing date: 29 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,140.00

  • Working week

    Minimum of 30 hours with at least 1 day off per week, exact working days and hours TBC

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    08 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000242520

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Safeguarding the children
  • Supporting with toileting/changing nappies
  • Cooking and preparing food for the children
  • Cleaning/tidying
  • Update the Family app to keep parents informed
  • Planning and carrying out activities
  • Writing observations and assessments (once trained)
  • Going on outings with the children
  • Administering first aid (once trained)
  • General care of the children, reading, playing, exploring, supporting in any way necessary

The training you will be getting

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. You will be
expected to work towards the Early Years Educator Level 3, with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.

Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Potential for full-time role upon completion.

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential

About the employer

Bright Beginnings is a micro nursery in the picturesque village of Wingerworth, Chesterfield. 3 member of staff work with up to a maximum of 9 children in a purpose built Early years setting with a wonderful outdoor space. As owner/ manager with over 16 years of experience working with children, including 8 years as a teacher in a primary school setting. We put the children above all else and their happiness, safety, wellbeing and development is at the forefront of everything we do.

Employer

Bright Beginnings

Address

57 WINDSOR DRIVE

WINGERWORTH

CHESTERFIELD

S42 6TQ

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Training

Training provider

CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Hannah Donald

donaldh@chesterfield.ac.uk

07970031397

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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