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Childcare Modern Apprenticeship

Merrylee Out Of School Care · Scotland · G43 2PP

Apprenticeship Level 4 Onsite Creatives & Design
LocationScotland
PostcodeG43 2PP
Apply by4 Dec 2026
QualificationModern Apprenticeship, SCQF level 7
Training providerl&g learning (scotland) ltd
Job ID55344
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About the role

🚀 Modern Apprentice - Childcare 🚀

Ready for a career that’s truly awesome? ✨ We've got an incredible opportunity for a Modern Apprentice at a top-notch childcare setting!

Working with kids is like no other gig out there. You get to make a real impact, spark their creativity, and teach them life skills that’ll stick with them forever. This Modern Apprenticeship is your ticket to becoming a qualified Childcare Practitioner! 🧑‍🎓

You'll be shadowing our awesome senior practitioners and learning the ropes under the manager's guidance. It’s a full-time commitment! 🗓️

What your typical day looks like:

  • Setting up the ultimate play and learning zones! 🧸🎨
  • Delivering exciting planned activities based on the Curriculum for Excellence. 📚
  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of every child. ❤️
  • Helping out with yummy snacks, lunches, and dinners. 🍎🥪
  • Embracing the outdoors, rain or shine! ☔☀️

This 12-month Modern Apprenticeship leads to an SVQ 3 Social Services Children and Young People qualification. Once you nail it, you'll be a fully qualified Childcare Practitioner! You'll be employed directly by the nursery, with l&g Learning supporting you every step of the way. 💪

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 qualification 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.)