Nursery Apprentice – My Little Explorers, Romsey

Showcasetraining; Romsey; 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 nursery team in Romsey. This exciting opportunity offers training and the chance to progress to higher-level qualifications. As an apprentice, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment, providing essential care, and supporting children's emotional and educational development. With a commitment to safeguarding and adherence to nursery policies, you will be guided by experienced professionals. If you are passionate about working with children and eager to learn, this role could be the perfect start to your career in childcare.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and complete apprenticeship work.
• Ability to provide care and support for children.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and stimulating atmosphere for children.
• Provide care including washing, changing, and feeding.
• Safeguard and promote children's welfare.

Skills

Childcare Skills

Communication Skills

Observation Skills

Teamwork

Education

NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma

NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Diploma

Functional Skills in Maths and English

Job description

Are you looking to train in childcare? A friendly, local nursery in Romsey, 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:

• Creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially, and educationally.
• Under supervision, providing 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 the 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 nursery's policies and procedures and ensuring they are adhered to.

This role is 30 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.