Childcare Modern Apprentice
Happy days too · Scotland · G76 8JY
About the role
Modern Apprentice - Early Years Practitioner 🌟
Location: Busby G76 & Multiple Nurseries across Glasgow! 📍
Ready to kickstart an awesome career and make a real difference? 🚀 If you're passionate about inspiring young minds and helping children grow, we've got the perfect opportunity for you!
This Modern Apprenticeship, funded by Skills Development Scotland, is your chance to jump into a rewarding role without needing specific qualifications to apply. We're all about potential! ✨
What's in it for YOU?
- Gain Experience: Dive into a fun, hands-on role where you'll positively impact children's lives every day. 💖
- Learn & Earn: Get 12-15 months of valuable work experience while studying for a nationally recognised qualification. 📚
- Future Proof Your Career: This is your pathway to becoming a qualified Early Years Practitioner! 👩🏫👨🏫
- Make a Difference: Understand the crucial role you play in a child's learning adventure. 🧸
The Deets:
- Hours: Full-time, 35–40 hours per week (Mon–Fri in nurseries, or flexible hours in Out of School Care). 🗓️
- Pay: £8 per hour (National Minimum Wage for Modern Apprentices). 💰
As a Modern Apprentice, you'll:
- Work towards an SCQF Level 7 qualification with Carousel Training Centre and your Employer. 🎓
- Attend monthly training sessions and get loads of support from your Assessor. 👍
- Earn your SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People).
- Build the skills and knowledge to become a qualified Early Years Practitioner in just 12–15 months!
Your Responsibilities (aka the cool stuff you'll do!):
- Help create a safe and super positive environment for the kids. 🌈
- Be a vital part of the nursery team. 🤝
- Support staff in running awesome, educational activities. 🎨
- Get hands-on experience with children from babies to pre-schoolers. 👶👧
- Learn how children develop through play and fun activities. 🤸♀️
- Assist with personal care tasks (toileting, dressing, feeding) with care. 🤗
- Chat with parents/carers to support each child's unique journey. 🗣️
- Help with daily nursery tasks like preparing snacks and tidying up. 🍎
- Always follow safeguarding rules to keep everyone safe and sound. ✅
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:- • Enthusiastic and confident individuals who want to work in a Nursery or Out of School Care setting. • Good communication skills and a genuine desire to support the development of young children. • The ability to engage and interact enthusiastically with children. No previous experience is required — just passion, commitment, and a willingness to learn.)