Nursery Apprentice – My Little Explorers, Romsey My Little Explorers

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 team in Romsey. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while pursuing qualifications in early years education. You will be responsible for creating a nurturing environment for children, assisting with their personal needs, and ensuring their safety and well-being. This apprenticeship is a stepping stone to a fulfilling career in childcare, with the potential for full-time employment and further qualifications. If you are passionate about working with children and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to undertake an apprenticeship in childcare.
• Ability to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children including washing, changing, and feeding.
• Act as a key worker and plan for individual children's needs.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Skills

Childcare

Communication Skills

Observation Skills

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 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.

Responsibilities:

• 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 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.