Childcare Apprenticeship (Haringey)

Swift ACI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift ACI in Islington is offering a paid Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship to start your childcare career with practical nursery experience and supported training.

No prior childcare qualification is required; GCSEs in English and Maths are desirable but not essential, as Functional Skills support can be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• No previous childcare qualification is required.
• Willing to complete the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) are desirable but not essential; Functional Skills support can be provided where required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children's learning through play-based activities
• Assisting with daily routines, including meals, personal care and outdoor play
• Promoting children's social, emotional and physical development
• Maintaining a safe, clean and engaging nursery environment
• Learning to observe, assess and record children's progress
• Working as part of a supportive nursery team while completing your apprenticeship training

Skills

Enthusiastic learner

Team player

Reliable and punctual

Good communication

Job description

Start your childcare career with a paid Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship based in Islington

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children's learning through play-based activities
• Assisting with daily routines, including meals, personal care and outdoor play
• Promoting children's social, emotional and physical development
• Maintaining a safe, clean and engaging nursery environment
• Learning to observe, assess and record children's progress
• Working as part of a supportive nursery team while completing your apprenticeship training

We are looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Passionate about working with young children
• Reliable, punctual and committed
• Friendly, caring and patient
• Able to communicate well with children, parents and colleagues
• Willing to work as part of a team
• Organised and able to follow instructions

Qualifications and experience:

• No previous childcare qualification is required
• Previous experience with children (through work, volunteering or family) is beneficial but not essential
• Must be willing to complete the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship
• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) are desirable but not essential, as Functional Skills support can be provided where required