Nursery Apprentice

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

Job summary

A local nursery in Hedge End seeks a Nursery Apprentice to provide care and support for children in a friendly environment. The role offers 35 hours per week, with a starting wage of £7.55 per hour, increasing after 12 months. You will assist with childcare duties, uphold nursery policies, and complete apprenticeship work. Training includes an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship. Candidates must confirm daily travel capability before applying.

Qualifications

• Ability to create a warm and stimulating atmosphere for children.
• Willingness to provide care including washing, changing, and feeding.
• Capability to act as a key worker and plan for children.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly and stimulating environment for children.
• Provide care and support under supervision.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Empathy

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

Are you looking to train in childcare? A friendly, local nursery in Hedge End, Southampton, 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:

• 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 35 hours per week Monday – Friday. Candidates will be on a wage of £7.55 per hour, increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12 months of employment.

Training to be provided by Showcase Training:

• Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard (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 077 658042.