Level 3 Childcare Apprentice: Start Your Early Learning Career

Shoots; Southampton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Salad bar option

Employer discount on childcare

Free flu jabs

Gym membership – discounted after 6 mo

Job summary

Woodlands Early Learning in Southampton is offering a Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship via Shoots Training. The successful candidate will join our nursery team and gain hands-on experience across EYFS.

The role runs 38 hours per week over 4 days. Requirements include a Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship or nursery experience, First Aid, Food Hygiene, a clear DBS, and GCSEs (or equivalent) with willingness to progress.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship is desirable or previous nursery experience.
• First Aid Certificate is required.
• Food Hygiene Qualification is required.
• DBS check must be clear.
• GCSEs Maths and English (A*-C/4-9) or willingness to work towards them.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the nursery team to provide high quality care and stimulating play.
• Establish relationships with parents/carers through induction visits.
• Observe, support and extend children’s learning.
• Plan for children using the EYFS curriculum guidance.
• Complete developmental records using Tapestry and monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate records and organise Parents Evening twice a year.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and family members.
• Promote inclusion, equality and diversity policy.
• Support the childcare and education team to improve quality.
• Ensure nutritional needs and Food Safety regulations are followed.
• Liaise with area INCOs, EYFS advisors and health professionals.

Skills

EYFS planning

Observation & learning support

Team working

Education

Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship or nursery experience

First Aid Certification

Food Hygiene Qualification

Clear DBS

GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C/4-9) or willingness to work towards them

Tools

Tapestry

Job description

Woodlands Early Learning in Southampton is offering a Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship via Shoots Training. The successful candidate will join our nursery team and gain hands-on experience across EYFS.

The role runs 38 hours per week over 4 days. Requirements include a Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship or nursery experience, First Aid, Food Hygiene, a clear DBS, and GCSEs (or equivalent) with willingness to progress.