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Childcare Modern Apprentice

Nursery Rhymes · Scotland · G82 5NT

Apprenticeship Level 4 Onsite Education
LocationScotland
PostcodeG82 5NT
Apply by30 Oct 2026
QualificationModern Apprenticeship, SCQF level 7
Training providercarousel
Job ID55307
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About the role

🌟 Become an Early Years Modern Apprentice! 🌟

πŸ“ Locations: Cardross (G82) & Multiple Private Nurseries across Glasgow! 🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Hey there! πŸ‘‹ Are you ready to kickstart an amazing career where you can make a *huge* difference in the lives of little ones? We're on the hunt for passionate individuals to join us as Modern Apprentices in Early Years! Forget textbooks – your interview is where we'll see your potential! ✨

What's in it for you?

  • Gain epic hands-on experience in a super fun and rewarding job! 🀩
  • Work for 12-15 months, getting paid while you study for a qualification that *actually* means something. πŸ“šπŸ’°
  • Unlock the door to becoming a qualified Early Years Practitioner. πŸš€
  • Understand just how important your role is in helping kids learn and grow. 🌱

The Deets:

  • Hours: Full-time, 35-40 hours per week. Monday-Friday in nurseries, or flexible hours in Out of School Care. ⏰
  • Pay: Β£8 per hour (that's the National Minimum Wage for Modern Apprentices!). πŸ’Έ

Your Apprentice Journey:

  • Work towards an SCQF Level 7 qualification with our partners, Carousel Training Centre. πŸŽ“
  • Get monthly training sessions and top-notch support from your Assessor. πŸ‘©β€πŸ«
  • Earn your SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People). βœ…
  • Become a qualified Early Years Practitioner in just 12-15 months! πŸ—“οΈ

What you'll be doing:

  • Helping create a super safe and happy space for kids. 🧸
  • Being a star player on our awesome team. ⭐
  • Assisting with loads of fun, active, and educational activities. πŸŽ‰
  • Getting stuck in with babies all the way up to pre-schoolers. πŸ‘ΆπŸ‘§
  • Discovering how kids learn through play and creative stuff. 🎨
  • Supporting with personal care (like toileting, dressing, and feeding). 🍎
  • Chatting with parents/carers to help each child's learning journey. πŸ—£οΈ
  • Helping with daily nursery tasks, from snacks to tidying up. πŸ₯ͺ
  • Keeping everyone safe and sound by following our safeguarding rules. πŸ›‘οΈ

Key responsibilities

  • Work with the staff team to create a safe, positive environment for children.
  • Be a valued member of a team.
  • Support staff in delivering fun, active, and educational activities.
  • Gain hands-on experience with children from babies to pre-school age.
  • Learn how children develop through creative play and activities.

Entry requirements

Essential qualifications (What We’re Looking For:- β€’ Enthusiastic and confident individuals who want to work in a Nursery or Out of School Care setting. β€’ Good communication skills and a genuine desire to support the development of young children. β€’ The ability to engage and interact enthusiastically with children. No previous experience is required β€” just passion, commitment, and a willingness to learn.)

Skills

communicationteamwork