Level 3 – Childcare Apprenticeship Advanced Level 3 (A level)

A Level 3 – Childcare Apprentice is required. Working in a Childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 – 5, you will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years. Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months. This Apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment and punctuality. Duties include: supporting the development of the childcare provision and providing an excellent range of activities that ensures the child learns whilst having fun.

• Supporting the development of the childcare provision
• Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures the child learns whilst having fun
• Assisting in meeting Ofsted requirements
• Being a team player
• Providing challenging and stimulating activities for children appropriately
• Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery
• Supporting children’s learning and development
• Supporting children’s self-help needs
• Being creative and enthusiastic
• Following Safeguarding rules and regulations.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 3 – Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator:

• Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months
• You will be supported by an assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery
• Apprentices must successfully evidence a First Aid qualification approved by EYFS.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Developing into a Level 3 Practitioner, with the potential of a position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

• Room Leader Positions
• Possible Management training
• Springboard into Primary Education
• Paediatric nursing
• Continuous development in current nursery setting.

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Things to consider

Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months. You will be supported by an assessor throughout your apprenticeship to meet the criteria to pass the Apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery. Training will take place in the workplace You will need to attend online training with your Assessor for your 13-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English, Grade C/4 and above Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths, Grade C/4 and above Essential

Employer Name

Jigsaw Day Nursery

Training provider

SWIFT ACI

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator (level 3)

How to apply?

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.