Nursery Apprentice – Little Shipmates @ The Crescent, Southampton

Showcasetraining; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking a Nursery Apprentice to join their friendly team in Southampton. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a nurturing environment while working towards essential childcare qualifications. As an apprentice, you will be responsible for creating a warm and engaging atmosphere for children, ensuring their emotional and educational development. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare, this position not only supports your growth but also paves the way for potential full-time employment. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete an apprenticeship in childcare.
• Ability to provide care and support for children.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating atmosphere for children's development.
• Provide care for children including washing and feeding.
• Record observations and plan for children's needs.

Skills

Childcare

Communication Skills

Observation Skills

Empathy

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 Southampton, 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.

Responsibilities:

• Creating warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally
• Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding
• Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them
• Completing all Apprenticeship work as set by Showcase Training Assessor
• Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Being aware of the nurseries policies and procedures and ensure 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:

• NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (15 Months) OR
• NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator (18 months)
• 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.