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Childcare and Early Years Apprentice

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Posting date: 13 June 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 July 2025
Location: Milngavie, East Dunbartonshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Childcare Management Company Ltd
Job type: Apprenticeship
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Summary

This opportunity is funded through the Modern Apprenticeship Programme and is open to all genders *aged between 16 and 19 years old (candidates up to the age of 29 may be eligible for funding if they have a disability or are a care leaver). Please check with us if you are unsure as to your eligibility before applying (call 07717 883844.)

We are seeking a highly motivated, reliable candidate to join our partner nursery in Milngavie as an Apprentice Practitioner in Childcare and Early Learning.

The successful candidate will work full-time as part of the nursery team while training to achieve an SVQ Level 3 in Social Services (Children and Young People). Upon completion, this qualification will enable you to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and work as a fully qualified Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse). Throughout your training, you will learn to deliver the highest standard of early years education and care to all children attending the nursery, as well as provide excellent customer service to parents and carers.

You will receive hands-on training from experienced colleagues, along with unlimited academic support from a dedicated Childcare Management Assessor. Your assessor will visit you at your workplace every four weeks to guide and support you as you work towards achieving your accredited qualification.

Some of the skills and duties you will learn include:
· Observing & recording children’s development
· Following policies and procedures
· Ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times
· Creating fun-filled learning experiences through play
· Preparing snacks/lunches for children
· Undertaking personal care of children (toileting/nappy changing)
· Setting up resources and playrooms
· Outdoor play with the children

Duration: On average, the course takes approximately 15 months to complete. However, some individuals may qualify in less time, while others may require more, as the course is tailored to each learner’s unique style and needs.

Education/Qualifications/Training
Preferred: Nat. 5 pass in English.
Required: A minimum of 3 x National 4 passes, one of which should be English

Experience:
No experience is necessary, however, a genuine desire to work with children is!

Personal Qualities
· Must be committed to achieving the SVQ Level 3
· Must be trustworthy, reliable and a good timekeeper

Helpful information:
A Modern Apprenticeship means that you will receive on-the-job training within a nursery as you work towards a nationally recognised qualification. You will be paid £7.55 per hour for the first 12 months of your apprenticeship. Thereafter your rate of pay may increase depending on your age, and in line with Government Guidelines. You will also be entitled to paid holidays each year.
If you or your parent/guardian have any questions before applying, please get in touch with Childcare Management Company on 07717 883844 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. We're here to help!

Childcare Management Company is committed to equality of opportunity for all, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of *age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Job Type: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Salary: £7.55 per hour

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