Apprenticeship in Childcare

Swift ACI; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is looking for a Level 3 Early Years Educator to support children's learning and development. The role involves providing engaging activities, preparing meals, and maintaining a safe learning environment. This full-time position offers great potential for career progression, including room leader and management opportunities. Applicants must have Maths and English GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, and a commitment to developing in childcare. Join a supportive nursery environment that values every child's learning journey.

Qualifications

• Must be living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years.
• Commitment to attending remote classroom sessions.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of the childcare provision.
• Provide a range of activities for children.
• Prepare and maintain resources for children.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Child Development Understanding

First Aid Training

Safeguarding Knowledge

Education

Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4 or above or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Rising Stars Nursery & Daycare- Tottenham

Their Nurseries are designed for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Their environment is focused on fostering learning and growth through the joy of play. At Rising Stars Day Care & Nursery, they encourage confidence and independence, supporting children’s journey towards happiness and development.

Beyond providing exceptional childcare services, they stand by their commitment to family support. They welcome families from diverse backgrounds, understanding that each brings a unique story to their community. Join them at Rising Stars Nursery & Daycare, where every child is valued, encouraged, and set on the path to a bright future.

https://risingstarsnurseries.com/

The main responsibilities of this job role will include:

• Working towards Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship.
• Supporting the development of the childcare provision.
• Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun.
• Being a team player.
• Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children.
• Taking part in First Aid training as required.
• Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery, access and attitude in aspects of service delivery.
• Working with teams across the nursery setting.
• Supporting children’s learning and development.
• Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children.
• Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.
• Supporting children’s self-help needs.
• Being creative and enthusiastic.
• Following Safeguarding rules and regulations to also meet the Standard of the Childcare Apprenticeship.

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Your Apprenticeship will last for 14 months. You will be supported by Lead Support Coaches throughout your Apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery. You will be working full time in the nursery. Your classroom days will be based online as a remote session which you will need to be fully available for, and your main childcare apprenticeship work will be done in a nursery local to you.

You will have Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4 or above or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2 and be living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years in order to be eligible.

Expected Career Progression

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

• Continuous development in current nursery setting.
• Room Leader positions, management etc.
• Springboard into primary education.
• Paediatric nursing.
• and many more.............

Swift Childcare is an award-winning apprenticeship provider with over 10 years of experience, offering high-quality training, dedicated mentoring, and strong pastoral support to help individuals from all backgrounds succeed in the childcare sector. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment that welcomes and supports candidates from all walks of life.

Apply today!