Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3

Hadland Care Group; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a nurturing nursery in Weymouth for a Level 3 Childcare Apprentice. This role is perfect for those passionate about early childhood development and eager to make a difference in children's lives. You will be responsible for supporting the growth and care of infants, engaging them in stimulating activities while ensuring their safety and well-being. With a supportive team and a vibrant environment, this apprenticeship offers a fantastic pathway to advance your career in childcare. Join a community that values dedication and enthusiasm, and help shape the future of young minds in a delightful setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Childcare qualification or relevant experience in a nursery setting.
• GCSE grades A*-C in Maths and English or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Key worker for babies, ensuring their needs are met.
• Engaging with children through play and educational activities.

Skills

Childcare

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Level 2 Childcare Qualification

GCSE in Maths and English

Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Job description

Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3 – Sunbeams Day Nursery, Weymouth

Sunbeams Day Nursery, Weymouth, are seeking a reliable, dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join their setting as a Level 3 Childcare Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to progress in their childcare career.

Sunbeams have a large free flow accessible garden which allows the children to choose to come inside or go outside as they wish. The outdoor area is surrounded by fields, overlooking the coast down to Portland Bill. Under our watchful eyes, the children are free to explore the garden, play with the swings, in the sandpit and Wendy-houses, and ride bicycles and scooters.

At one end of the garden, we have a small fenced-off farm area with chickens, bunnies, guinea pigs, quails, and a pond filled with fish. The children help the staff daily to collect the eggs and feed the animals. The children use the eggs for our cooking activities and enjoy learning about how to care for them. We have had our chickens since they were tiny hatchlings and our bunnies since they were newly born, allowing the children to be a huge part of the growing process. We also have a vegetable patch and a greenhouse tunnel for the children to plant a wide variety of vegetables.

The baby room is a fun-loving environment, with free flow access to a small, baby-safe garden. The babies can play with a variety of different toys to help build their sensory and physical development. At the nursery, we provide a safe environment where they can learn to crawl, walk, talk, and interact with lots of other children of their age.

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Key worker for babies
• Undertaking all the needs of the children; changing, feeding, and interacting – play, educating, working towards the next steps of the child’s care, monitoring progress, food preparation, and general housekeeping duties

Requirements:

• You will need to hold a minimum of Level 2 Childcare qualification or otherwise, experience of at least 6 months to a year in a nursery setting
• You must be able to gain a clear DBS
• Have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English Language, or equivalent
• Must have a Paediatric first aid certificate

Hours:

• Sunbeams are open between 07:00 – 18:00 and run all year round
• The candidate would need to work a minimum of 30 hours per week with shift patterns to be discussed

Qualities Required:

• Be reliable
• Be committed to the role
• Someone who can step into the role with experience in working with babies
• Must be a good team player and able to communicate with staff, parents, and outside agencies