Job Description

Apprentice Childcare Practitioner

Constable Country Childcare are seeking enthusiastic individuals to train as Apprentice Childcare Practitioners within our private nurseries based in and around Brantham.

All our settings are fantastic places to work, with a focus on progression, a real team spirit and a passion for working with children. We are a Charity that aspires to be outstanding in all we do; we welcome applications from like-minded persons. In return we offer NEST pension provision, yearly staff incentive bonus scheme, holiday scheme that increases with length of service, discounted childcare at our nurseries and a good working environment with lots of support from the Group Manager.

The moment your journey as an Apprentice begins you become an employed member of staff paid by the hour, you have the chance to 'Earn as you Learn' whilst gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

You will work towards gaining a full qualification with the majority of your learning 'on the job' and some learning classroom-based. The apprenticeship will last a minimum of 12 months and you will be working towards either a Level 2 or 3 diploma in Childcare.

Throughout your role you are not alone. Constable Country Childcare offer you full training, support and guidance to help you progress your career.

Your role will include:

Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being pro-active with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector.

Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children; changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children.

To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children. This includes creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.

Help with maintaining a high level of cleanliness throughout the nursery, ensure the setting is well presented each day and safe.

Retaining confidentiality at all times.

Attending team meetings and contribute relevant ideas.

Ideally you will:

Be passionate about caring for children.

Have an outgoing, motivated and positive attitude.

Be a committed, punctual and reliable individual.

Applicants Please Note

: We are committed to Safeguarding and will need a full DBS check as well as 2 suitable references for this role.

Job Types: Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 7.55 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person