Childcare Apprenticeship London, England
Job description
Are you interested in pursuing a career in childcare? Looking to enter the world of work?
Look no further than Noddy's Nursery in Southfields, South West London.
At SWIFT we are seeking enthusiastic individuals with GCSE Maths and English C or 4, or equivalent, and some personal or professional childcare experience to join the team as a childcare apprentice.
SWIFT childcare is an award winning apprenticeship provider established over 10 years ago now. At SWIFT we know that becoming a world class childcare practitioner doesn’t just happen over night, like everything, you need to learn your craft and develop practical skills to become an effective childcare professional. That’s why our apprenticeship programs are developed to provide people with the opportunity to learn everything they need to now to build a successful career in childcare to make a difference to future generations.
Noddy’s Nursery School (Beaumont Road) provides early years care and education for babies and children, in a purpose-built, state of the art facility. Located in the grounds of Holy Trinity Church, the setting offers a light, spacious, home from home environment thanks to the extensive use of glass and painted wood throughout the building.
The nursery school is separated into designated baby rooms and main school classrooms. The three baby rooms have changing facilities and a sleeping area for the youngest children in the nursery’s care, as well as a shared milk kitchen. The three main school classrooms each have an en-suite bathroom and changing facilities, where potty training is supported.
The nursery encourages children to foster an enthusiasm for learning by providing a supportive atmosphere in conjunction with a varied and stimulating timetable. Small group sizes allow staff to deliver focused care and attention so that each child can reach their full potential. Play and learning activities at Noddy’s follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Staff at the nursery hold various qualifications and receive continuous in-house training to ensure that their knowledge and experience is up-to-date and in line with the EYFS. Children are assigned a key carer who closely follows their progress at the nursery and meets with parents on a regular basis to discuss their child’s development and learning journey.
The main responsibilities of this job role will include:
- Working towards Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship.
- Supporting the development of the childcare provision.
- Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun.
- Being a team player.
- Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children
- Taking part in First Aid training as required
- Working with teams across the nursery setting
- Supporting children’s learning and development.
- Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children. Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.
- Supporting children’s self-help needs.
- Being creative and enthusiastic.
- Following Safeguarding rules and regulations to also meet the Standard of the Childcare Apprenticeship.
In addition to on-the-job training, you will receive support from an assessor and mentor throughout your apprenticeship, and your classroom days will be based online.
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will receive a Level 3 NVQ - Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator, and may even be eligible for 30% off your Oyster Card!
Refer a friend to our childcare programme and receive £100 for every successful referral. To find out more, please call 020 3137 1470
If you have a genuine desire to work in childcare and are ready to take the first step in your career, apply now to become a part of the team!
This is a full-time 30 hour a week position with a starting salary of £8,236.80 a year!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
Salary: £8,236.40 per year
Benefits:
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
School type:
- Day nursery
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, SW19 6SP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
