Introduction

The Railway Children is passionate about providing quality Early Years Education and the highest standards in care and safety. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Childcare Apprentice, ideally a driver, to work between their two sites, who wishes to develop a career in early years’ childcare, and is committed to working with a great team of staff.

About the Employer

The Railway Children is passionate about providing quality Early Years Education and the highest standards in care and safety. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Childcare Apprentice who loves caring for children, who wishes to develop a career in early years’ childcare, and is committed to working with a great team of staff.

What You'll Do

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work:

Under supervision, keep records of children’s development and learning journeys
Liaise professionally with and support parents and other family members
Be able to work well in a team
Attend out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parents evenings, fundraising events etc
To ensure high standards in all aspects of care and development in line with the EYFS for all children attending the nursery
To organise resources for activities and experiences in the nursery
To assist in enhancing the developmental progress in children
To implement the daily routine within the nursery
To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and good housekeeping
To maintain a thorough knowledge of all the nursery’s policies and procedures, ensuring that they are followed and respected

Full description will be given at interview.

Training Outcome

Progression to a higher level qualification or full time employment may be available after completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Patience

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English - 4-9
Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 30 hours, Monday - Friday - hours to be determined.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED

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