Nursery Apprentice – Carousel Nursery School, Portsmouth

Showcasetraining; Portsmouth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a friendly nursery in Portsmouth for those looking to train in childcare. As a Nursery Apprentice, you will play a vital role in creating a warm and stimulating environment for children to thrive. This position offers hands-on experience in childcare, with responsibilities ranging from providing care to acting as a key worker for a small group of children. With the potential for full-time employment and progression to higher qualifications, this role is perfect for individuals passionate about nurturing young minds. Join a supportive team and embark on a rewarding journey in early years education!

Qualifications

• Ability to create a nurturing environment for children's development.
• Completion of required apprenticeship work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children including washing, changing, and feeding.
• Act as a key worker, recording observations and planning for children.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Observation

Teamwork

Education

NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English

Job description

Are you looking to train in childcare? A friendly, local nursery in Portsmouth, Hampshire is looking for a Nursery Apprentice to join their team. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to higher level qualifications.

As an apprentice, your duties would include:

1. Creating a warm, friendly, and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially, and educationally.
2. Under supervision, providing all aspects of care for children including washing, changing, and feeding.
3. Acting as a key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them.
4. Completing all Apprenticeship work as set by Showcase Training Assessor.
5. Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children.
6. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
7. Being aware of the nursery's policies and procedures and ensuring they are adhered to.

This role is 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Candidates will be on a wage of £6.40 per hour, increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12 months of employment.

Training to be provided by Showcase Training:

1. NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (15 Months) OR
2. NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator (18 months).
3. Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (unless exempt).

Please check that you can travel to this employer on a daily basis before applying. Should you have any queries regarding the role, please contact James on 07715 658042.