This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on childcare experience while working towards a recognised Early Years qualification in a supportive childminding environment.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Work alongside the Childminder to support the daily running of a busy childminding setting.
- Assist in providing a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years.
- Support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Plan and participate in fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities.
- Encourage children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
- Help children develop independence, confidence, and positive relationships.
- Support children's personal care needs where appropriate.
- Prepare and maintain resources and learning environments.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and promote children's welfare at all times.
- Observe, monitor, and contribute to records of children's progress and achievements.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene throughout the setting.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and other professionals.
- Complete all apprenticeship coursework and attend training as required.
Working Week
30 hours per week Monday to Friday
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Personal Qualities
Ability to engage with energetic and active children.
Willingness to learn and develop within an Early Years role.
Positive attitude and commitment to achieving an Early Years qualification.
Skills Required
Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and child welfare.
Training to be Provided
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
Fulltime role and qualification
Apprenticeship Duration
14 Months
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Summary
This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on childcare experience while working towards a recognised Early Years qualification in a supportive childminding environment.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Work alongside the Childminder to support the daily running of a busy childminding setting.
- Assist in providing a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years.
- Support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Plan and participate in fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities.
- Encourage children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
- Help children develop independence, confidence, and positive relationships.
- Support children's personal care needs where appropriate.
- Prepare and maintain resources and learning environments.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and promote children's welfare at all times.
- Observe, monitor, and contribute to records of children's progress and achievements.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene throughout the setting.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and other professionals.
- Complete all apprenticeship coursework and attend training as required.
Working Week
30 hours per week Monday to Friday
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Personal Qualities
Ability to engage with energetic and active children.
Willingness to learn and develop within an Early Years role.
Positive attitude and commitment to achieving an Early Years qualification.
Skills Required
Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and child welfare.
Training to be Provided
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
Fulltime role and qualification
Apprenticeship Duration
14 Months
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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High Hopes Day Nursery is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive environment where Nursery Apprentices can thrive while pursuing their Level 3 qualification. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, ongoing training, and a commitment to the well-being of both employees and children, this nursery fosters a warm and inclusive culture. Located conveniently in Macclesfield, employees enjoy benefits such as free meals, bank holiday closures, and a loyalty bonus, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in early years education.
