Annual wage £9,984.00 Bonus system for good practice. Uniform provided. Gym Membership. Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week Working Monday to Friday on a shift pattern, shifts will be between 7.30am and 6.00pm, e.g. you may start at 7.30am and go home mid-afternoon or start work mid-morning and finish at 6.00pm. Your working time will include study time. Total hours per week: 30 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 06 Sep 2024 Date posted 06 Mar 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000235969 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day Providing a safe, caring environment for children in our care Promoting development through structured activities and free play time Supervising free play times Help with addressing problematic behaviour Planning learning activities around cultural or national events e.g. Easter, Christmas etc Ensuring policies are adhered to at all times e.g. safeguarding Ensuring record keeping is kept up to date Assisting children with personal care and hygiene where appropriate such as potty training and hand washing Assisting children with eating and drinking where appropriate Communicating effectively with other team members, parents/carers and, when required, external organisations such as OFSTED Any other duties that fit with your role within the team The training you will be getting Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship You will attend regular activity days on campus (college transport is available) with other apprentices approximately every 6 weeks. You will also have workplace visits from your college instructor-mentor. Your working hours will include study time. You will spend time with children of different ages and be mentored throughout by an experienced team. Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification Paediatric First Aid qualification What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship There is excellent potential for permanent employment, further education up to degree level and promotion to room leader/supervisor or diversify to a specialism such as SEN (special educational needs) or safeguarding lead. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Reliable, An interest in the industry, Ability to learn from peers, A desire to learn Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential Things to consider Please consider how you will get to work each day, transport should be accessible and achievable. We have outdoor play sessions every day so you will need appropriate clothing. Clean, sensible shoes are a must. You will not be permitted to wear any loose jewelry (e.g. earrings should be studs not loops or dangling type) You should be confident in working with children and be able to follow Health & Safety policies as you will be working with some vulnerable children. DBS is essential (you will be supported to complete this)