Childcare Modern Apprentice

About the role

Ready to kickstart an epic career shaping young minds? ✨ We've got a killer opportunity for a Modern Apprentice in an awesome childcare setting right here in Helensburgh! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Working with kids is legit one of the most rewarding jobs out there. You get to be a massive influence, sparking their creativity 🎨 and teaching them skills that'll stick with them for life. This Modern Apprenticeship is your fast track to becoming a qualified Childcare Practitioner, packed with all the knowledge and hands-on experience you need. 🚀

You'll be joining a supportive team, assisting our senior practitioners and learning the ropes from our manager. This is a full-time gig, so get ready for an adventure! 💼

Your typical day will be buzzing with:

• Setting up awesome play environments for a day of learning and fun! 🌈
• Bringing learning experiences to life, following the Curriculum for Excellence. 📚
• Keeping our little superstars safe and sound, always! 🥰
• Helping out with snacks, lunches, and dinners. 🍎
• Embracing the outdoors and playing in all kinds of weather! ☀️🌧️

This Modern Apprenticeship is roughly 12 months long, and you'll be working towards your SVQ 3 Social Services Children and Young People qualification. It's all about learning on the job, and once you're done, you'll be a fully qualified Childcare Practitioner! You'll be employed directly by the nursery, and l&g Learning will be there every step of the way to support your training. Let's do this! 💪

Key responsibilities

• Setting up the play environment for a fun filled day of learning
• Implement planned learning experiences in line with the Curriculum for Excellence
• Keep children safe and well at all times
• Assist with snack, lunches and dinners
• Play outdoors in all weather!

Entry requirements

Essential qualifications (You’ll have a head start in this vacancy if you’ve completed a Foundation Apprenticeship in a related field. We’ll need you to provide evidence of your qualification and show you gained the relevant skills from your placement. You should demonstrate a desire to work within the Childcare sector and have some form of relatable experience. Ideally you will have one National 5 qualifications including English. However, we understand that not everyone will have achieved this level of qualification and will take this into consideration. Anyone who has completed a Foundation Apprenticeship in Childcare will get direct access to the interview stage.)