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Early Years Apprenticeship

Minnie Me Nursery, Buxton

Apprenticeship vacancy details

Salary

Meets or Exceeds Required Minimums

Level

Level 2 or 3 depending on the candidate

Intermediate Apprenticeship (level 2)

An Intermediate Apprenticeship is the equivalent of five GCSEs at grade A-C. Our range of Intermediate Apprenticeships are available at our Further Education College, University of Derby - Buxton.

Advanced Apprenticeship (level 3)

An Advanced Apprenticeship is the equivalent of two A-levels. Our range of Advanced Apprenticeships are available at our Further Education College, University of Derby - Buxton.

Higher Apprenticeships (level 4 & 5)

Higher Apprenticeships are employer-led programmes focused on developing the skills particular sectors require. A Higher apprenticeship is a work-based course which includes the award of a foundation degree or equivalent level qualification.

Degree Apprenticeship (level 6 & 7)

Our degree apprenticeships bring together the best of higher and vocational education and provide the equivalent of a full bachelors degree.

We work with excellent local and national employers and professional bodies, including Rolls-Royce and the NHS, to deliver a qualification that provides you with both the hands-on and academic learnings you need to be successful in your chosen profession.

You will be employed throughout your apprenticeship, spending part of your time with your employer and part of your time at university. All tuition fees are covered by your employer.

Closing date

Ongoing until the position is filled

About the Employer

Qualified, caring, fun staff will ensure your little ones get the best possible start on their learning journey, allowing them to make friends, have fun and spend time playing and learning.

We also offer a breakfast club facility for children attending Fairfield Infant and Nursery school. Drop your little one with us from 7.30 am and a qualified member of staff will walk them to school after they have had toast and a drink and a chance to wake up.

Pre-school places for 3 months – 5 year olds, we can help you to apply for 15 hour 2 year old funding or to apply for the extended free 30 hour funding for 3-4 year olds.

About the Role

Supporting children with care, activities and learning appropriate for all age groups 3 months to 5 years. Working as part of a team and being involved in all areas of the nursery. On the job learning as well as study for the college qualification.

Duties to include:

Location - Unit 3-4 Tongue lane industrial estate, Fairfield, Buxton. SK17 6UZ

Hours:

Entry Requirements

GCSE Maths and English at C/4

About the University

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Start your journey to success by applying today

How to apply

You can apply via the government apprenticeship service page.