Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3

Aspire Training Team; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare training provider is seeking a dedicated individual for a Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Mini VIPs Nursery and Daycare in Winchcombe, UK. The role involves supporting children’s development, engaging with them in activities, and maintaining safety and hygiene standards. Applicants should have prior experience in childcare, must drive due to location, and should have good GCSE results in Maths and English. This position offers 30 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in a childcare environment is required.
• Candidates must be able to drive due to the nursery's location.
• You must be able to obtain a clear DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to a high-quality, caring environment.
• Working with children and attending required training.
• Completing assignments on time and working as part of the team.
• Attending team meetings and sharing ideas.
• Providing care for children, including washing and feeding.
• Supporting the personal and emotional needs of children.
• Engaging in adult-led interactions with children.
• Maintaining hygiene and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Experience in a childcare environment

Communication skills

Education

GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English Language

Job description

Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3 – Mini VIPs Nursery and Daycare

Shoots Training is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Mini VIPs Nursery and Daycare in Winchcombe.

Mini VIPs Nursery and Daycare is a family-run business that provides a home-like environment where children are treated like family. Our nursery has three rooms: Caterpillars (0-24 months), Busy Bees (2-3.5 years), and Butterflies (3 years to starting school). We also offer holiday club and wrap-around care, including breakfast and after-school clubs for children aged 4-12 years.

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to a high-quality, caring environment that promotes emotional, social, and educational development through individual and group activities.
• Working with children and attending all required training as per your training agreement.
• Completing all assignments on time and working as part of the team.
• Attending team meetings and participating in sharing ideas.
• Providing care for children under supervision, including washing, changing, and feeding.
• Supporting the personal, social, and emotional needs of children.
• Engaging in adult-led interactions with children.
• Abiding by nursery policies, including safeguarding and confidentiality policies.
• Maintaining safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
• Supporting staff and developing strong communication with parents and carers.
• Understanding emergency procedures and health and safety regulations.

Hours:

• Nursery hours are from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
• The successful candidate will work 30 hours per week with shift patterns to be discussed.

Requirements:

• Experience in a childcare environment is required.
• Candidates must be able to drive due to the nursery's location.
• You must be able to obtain a clear DBS check.
• GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English Language, or equivalent.