Nursery Apprentice

Showcasetraining; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery in Portsmouth seeks a Nursery Apprentice to create a welcoming atmosphere and provide essential care for children. Responsibilities include assisting with personal needs, safeguarding children, and documenting progress. The position offers 37.5 hours a week at an hourly wage of £7.55, increasing after 12 months. Apprentices will benefit from training in Early Years Practitioner qualifications and Functional Skills in Maths and English. Ideal for those passionate about childcare wanting to progress in the field.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required. Must be willing to learn.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and parents.
• Understanding of childcare policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating environment for children's development.
• Provide care including washing, changing, and feeding.
• Act as a key worker to children and monitor their progress.
• Complete apprenticeship work as required.
• Assist with individual emotional needs of children.

Skills

Creating warm atmosphere

Childcare expertise

Observation and planning

Safeguarding children

Job description

Are you looking to train in childcare? A friendly, local nursery in Southsea, Portsmouth, 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 37.5 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 Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard (12 months) OR
• 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 07715 658042.