Nursery nurse apprentice

Pixieland Day Nurseries; Saltash; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider is seeking a Level 3 Apprentice to join their nurturing environment in Saltash. The role involves caring for children and supporting their play and learning while working towards an NVQ Level 3 qualification in early years. Candidates should possess a current NVQ Level 2 in childcare and demonstrated skills in communication, adaptability, and teamwork. This full-time position offers professional development and a range of employee benefits, including a childcare discount and company events.

Benefits

20% off discounted childcare

Training and Development

Referral program

Company events

Employee of the month program

Qualifications

• Must hold a current technical NVQ 2 in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Caring for children.
• Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children's needs.
• Supporting children's play and learning.
• Supporting children's development.
• Adhere to all safeguarding practices.
• Preparing snacks and helping with feeding and cleaning.

Skills

Good Communication

Ability to use computer

Adaptable

Ability to work as part of a team

Follow instructions

Education

Current technical NVQ 2 in childcare

Job description

Level 3 Apprentice

A fantastic opportunity has become available at Pixieland Nurseries. We are looking for a Nursery assistant level 2 at our Plymouth Nurseries, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development. This role will be supported by your team as well as an early years course to ensure you reach your qualification confidently and professionally. We are looking for a professional attitude, but with a sense of fun and excitement as this allows out children to thrive within our nursery family environment.

During this role you will be working towards a NVQ level 3 in early years, the course is 18 months long.

Duties will include:

• Caring for children
• Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children's needs
• Supporting children's play and learning
• Supporting children's development
• Adhere to all safeguarding practices
• Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning

Skills required:

• Good Communication
• Ability to use computer
• Adaptable
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able to follow instructions from the room leader

Qualifications required

• Must hold a current technical NVQ 2 in childcare.

Personal qualities

• Polite
• Patient Punctual
• Diligent
• Trustworthy
• Reliable
• Confidentiality essential

Benefits

• 20% off discounted childcare
• Training and Development
• Referral program
• Company events
• Employee of the month program

Hours: 45 hours per week (happy to discuss part-time opportunities)

Our nursery is committed to safer recruitment so a Disclosure Barring Service check is required to be undertaken.

If you would like to join our valued team, please apply with your CV