Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3

Hadland Care Group; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading early education provider as a Childcare Apprentice! This exciting role offers a pathway to a fulfilling career in childcare, with comprehensive support and training. You'll gain hands-on experience while learning essential skills in child development and safeguarding. Enjoy a vibrant work environment with opportunities for career advancement, alongside fantastic perks like childcare discounts, flexible working options, and a generous holiday allowance. Be part of a dedicated team that values respect, teamwork, and the growth of its members. Your journey in childcare starts here!

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

Childcare Discount

Flexible Working Options

Holiday Allowance

Free meals

Employee Recognition

Health and Wellbeing Support

Career Development

Travel and Parking Season Ticket loan

Qualifications

• Must complete Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English if GCSEs are not secured.
• Suitable for those in a childcare setting aiming for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe environment for children.
• Support children's behavior and act as a role model.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist in meal preparation.

Skills

Child development

Safeguarding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Childcare Apprentice – Level 3

Pay rate: £7.56 per hour

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week/ Full Time

About the Role

Our Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship follows the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard. These can be revisited within separate modules to enhance learning and relevance throughout the apprentice’s practice.

The units you’ll study are split up into modules which include Child development, Safeguarding, Transitions as well as EPA support session. The course consists of an assessment of your practice, professional discussions, Q&A as well as some small assignment tasks. You will be supported throughout the course by a dedicated trainer and also with the option of an online learning environment.

We are proud to be ranked 9th in the prestigious Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK in 2024! We offer fantastic opportunities to develop in a Nursery Career from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships all the way through to Nursery Manager or even to become an Early Years Teacher!

About the Nursery

Tops Warminster Nursery is a 40 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Warminster, Wiltshire. The nursery runs several extra-curricular activities including cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, and much more!

What does the role involve?

• Assist in providing a safe environment for children.
• Assisting with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery.
• Assist in ensuring the unit is clean and tidy and assist in meal preparation.
• Assist colleagues with developing and maintaining good relationships with local schools, charities and involvement with the community (e.g. parades, visiting care homes).
• Taking children on trips out and assist on picking up from school.
• Able to support children’s behaviour and act as a role model.
• Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities.

What are we looking for?

• This course is suitable for those of you working in a childcare setting who may wish to progress to a senior or supervisory role. On completion of the Level 3 you may progress onto further qualifications, including Level 5.
• If you have not secured a grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE maths and English, you will be required to complete Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English. You will be fully supported by your trainer using a range of materials that best suits you.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

• Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.
• Flexible Working Options: Maximise Your Time Off with Compressed Hours. By working compressed hours, you can enjoy even more time off either work a four-day week every week and gain up to 48 extra days off per year, or alternatively, work nine days over two weeks, and you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. That’s on top of your standard holiday allowance!
• Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of 29 days of holiday to relax and recharge.
• Free meals: Our nurseries are proud to provide free breakfast and lunch to our colleagues as part of our commitment to supporting your well-being. Enjoy freshly prepared meals each day, ensuring you're energized and ready to provide the best care and education for the children we nurture.
• Employee Recognition: Access to the Blue Light Card, offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
• Employee Recognition Platform: Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for Gym discounts, Cycle2Work benefits, GP on demand, Cinema deals, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers. We also use Each Person to celebrate employee of the month!
• Health and Wellbeing Support: We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.
• Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.
• Travel and Parking Season Ticket loan: Borrow up to £500 interest-free and spread the expense easily, whether for public transport or parking.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

INDCEN1