Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3

Aspire Training Team; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare training provider is seeking a punctual, reliable, and enthusiastic individual for a Level 3 Childcare Apprentice position at Cygnet Nursery in Kidlington. Responsibilities include caring for children, guiding their development, and assisting with daily activities. Applicants should have a Level 2 Early Years Childcare Qualification and experience in a nursery environment. This is a full-time position with working hours between Monday and Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursery environment required.
• First aid training preferred.
• Ability to obtain clear DBS necessary.

Responsibilities

• Key worker assisting and caring for the children.
• Guiding children through the curriculum.
• Planning and writing learning journeys.
• Preparing snacks and assisting at meal times.

Skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Observational skills

Planning

Education

Level 2 Early Years Childcare Qualification

GCSEs A*-C/4+ in English Language and Maths

Job description

Overview

Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3 – Cygnet Nursery Oxford. The Aspire Training Team are currently recruiting for a punctual, reliable and enthusiastic individual to join Cygnet Nursery as a Level 3 Childcare Apprentice. Cygnet Nursery is an Ofsted registered day nursery for children up to five years old. The aim of the Nursery is to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment in which children may learn and grow in confidence and self-esteem whilst providing a friendly, flexible childcare service for parents. The Nursery stands in its own grounds off Langford Lane, Kidlington, near Oxford Airport and The Spires Business Park. Langford Lane runs between the A4260 and the A44, to the north of Kidlington. It offers extensive indoor and outdoor play areas. There are four separate rooms catering for different age groups in two buildings on one large site.

Responsibilities

• Key worker after a settling, assisting and caring for the children
• Guiding the children through the curriculum encouraging social, emotional, physical and intellectual development
• Observations
• Planning and writing up learning journeys (paper based)
• All aspects of personal care
• Preparing snacks
• Assisting at meal times

Hours and Location

• Cygnet Nursery is open between 07:30 and 18:00, Monday to Friday
• Working hours will be between 40 hours per week

Requirements

• Level 2 Early Years Childcare Qualification is desired when applying for this role
• A good level of experience in a nursery environment
• GCSEs A*-C/4+ in English Language and Maths, or equivalent i.e. functional skills
• Must be able to obtain clear DBS
• First aid trained