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Level 3 Educator Apprentice with Penkett Day Nursery

7 August 2024

What’s the JOB?

Level 3 Educator Apprentice

WHO is it with?

Penkett Day Nursery

WHERE?

32 Penkett Road, Wallasey, CH45 7QN

WHAT does it pay?

£6.40 per hour (36 hours)

WHAT are the HOURS?

Monday to Friday shifts 7.30am-4.30pm / 8am-5pm / 9am-6pm.

What Qualification will I GAIN?

Early Years Educator Level 3

How LONG will it TAKE me?

18 months

WHEN will I start?

September 2024

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

  • WORK Full Time, PAID Full Time
  • 1-2-1 Monthly Sessions (via Teams) with your dedicated Tutor (NO college!) to study KEY MODULES:

o   Risk management

o   Key Person & Attachment

o   Learning & Development

o   Environments

o   Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

o   Safeguarding

o   Relationships

  •  6 hours a week Apprenticeship Study Time, to focus on:

o   Assignments, training & development activities

o   Hours are agreed with your manager, either split across the week, or on a set day

  • Regular PROGRESS Reviews with your Tutor & Manager – you will ALWAYS know how you are doing
  • Final Assessment(s) inc. multiple choice tests, projects & presentations –  with full support from CT Skills!

So, WHO are Penkett Day Nursery?

This is a family run business with another two already established settings. Penkett Day Nursery is their newest venture. They’re currently in the process of refurbing this lovely building to open up in September 2024, so you will be joining them to start this journey! It’s an open planned nursery, with a close team working together as one to deliver the highest level of care to local children and families.

For more information, visit https://penkettdaynursery.co.uk/

WHAT’S in it for ME?

This is an exciting time for you to join an amazing nursery on their journey of growth, with two already established nurseries, you will be joining a brand-new nursery here at Penkett Road. It’s a family-run nursery with a home-from-home feel, so if you would like to support children in this environment, apply now! They will be opening their doors in September to welcome all our new children and families within the community. 

Plus, you’ll get:

  • Extra holiday for birthday, team building days & Christmas parties!
  • Statutory Sick Pay, free parking, ongoing training and support & staff discount.

DAY to DAY, you will….

  • Assist in creating engaging and educational activities for children.
  • Support the Nursery Practitioners in daily care routines.
  • Help maintain a clean and safe nursery environment.
  • Interact with children to promote learning and development.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the well-being of all children.
  • Participate in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

WHAT Skills do I NEED?

Apprenticeships are very demanding; you’re working towards a qualification whilst working full time! You’ll need to be committed and motivated as there is lots of self-guided work involved. PLUS, you need GOOD …

  • Communication
  • Team working
  • Creativity
  • Customer care
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Number skills

ANYTHING ELSE?

  • GCSE or equivalent English and Maths grade 4/C or above
  • UK Residency (MUST have lived in the UK for 3 years+)
  • Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Qualification (or equivalent)
  • Some childcare experience e.g., babysitting/ taking care of younger family members.

What AFTER the Apprenticeship?

You could progress into Nursery Nurse (with an increase in salary!) or consider other options, just take a look;  https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/childcare/

INTERESTED? Before you apply, ASK yourself?

  • Are you happy with the role, company, and qualification?
  • Can you commit to the timeframe?
  • Have you considered how you will travel to the location & the time this will take?
  • Do you meet the eligibility criteria? (GCSE Maths & English 4 or above & UK Residency)
  • Can you start in September, or do you have other commitments such as education or work?
  • Is your CV up to date and relevant? If not, use this: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Candidate-CV-Advice-Template-1.docx

What NEXT?

If successful, you’ll receive a call from our Recruitment Team, be asked to write a supporting statement (this will be added to your CV) and complete an English and Maths assessment.

Job Benefits

Birthday off
Team building days
Staff discount
Experience
Early Years Practitioner Level 2 or equivalent
Work Level
Level 3
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
£6.40 per hour
Company
Penkett Day Nursery
Apprenticeship Course
Early Years Educator Level 3
Duration
18 months
CT Skills
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Industry
Education
Location
Nottingham