Childcare Apprenticeship

Location: SW7 4HJ
Hours: 30–40 hours per week
Salary: National Apprenticeship Wage
Qualification: Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Start your Career in childcare!

Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start a rewarding career in childcare?

Swift Childcare is offering an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn and gain a recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in a real early years setting while receiving training, support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship.

What you’ll be doing 

As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced childcare professionals to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children’s learning and development through play and activities
• Creating fun and engaging learning experiences
• Providing a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment
• Supporting daily routines, including meals, rest times and outdoor play
• Observing and recording children’s development
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Working as part of a supportive childcare team
• Following safeguarding, health and safety and early years procedures

What We offer

Level 3 Qualification
Work towards your recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while gaining practical experience.
Remote Learning
Complete your training online with ongoing support from experienced tutors.
Hands-On Experience
Develop practical childcare skills by working directly with children in a real early years environment.
Dedicated Support
Receive guidance and mentoring throughout your apprenticeship.
Career Progression
Develop the skills and experience needed to progress your career in early years education, with opportunities for employment following successful completion.
Paid Holiday
Receive paid holiday entitlement as part of your apprenticeship.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Caring and patient
• Enthusiastic about working with children
• Reliable and committed to learning
• Friendly and approachable
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Willing to learn and develop new skills
• Professional and responsible
• Able to meet the entry requirements for the apprenticeship

Entry Requirements

• GCSEs in English and Maths are required
• Previous childcare experience is not essential
• A genuine interest in working with and supporting children
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship and qualification

This opportunity is ideal for school leavers, people starting their first career, or anyone looking for a career change into childcare.

Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as an Early Years Educator with Swift Childcare.

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