About the employer

Rookwood is a beautiful Grade II listed building (1881) comprising of the Baby Unit, Tweeny Unit & Nursery. The new building was completed in 2001 for 3-5 year olds (Academy) & Before & After School Club & Holiday Club.

Rookwood Nursery is registered from birth to five years & is a family run business.

Rookwood is set in large grounds in the residential area of Prestwich. Close to the local primary schools, main roads into Manchester, Bury & the M60 ring road.

About the vacancy

Immediate start for a Level 3 Childcare apprentice to join our small and friendly busy nursery in Prestwich. You will be involved in planning and delivering high-quality care to our children and maintaining our very high standards, on completion of a successful DBS. You must hold a Level 2 qualification in Early Years to apply. 

  • Carry out activities with the children
  • Plan activities to meet the needs of the children
  • Observe the children in their play
  • Ensuring all the children within the setting reach their full potential
  • Ensure the children are happy and thriving in a caring environment
  • Safeguard children

You will receive the following training:

Early Years Educator Level 3 Standard.

This is a work-based qualification with college attendance one day a month.

What skills are we looking for?

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Qualifications

  • Essential : English (GCSE - C/4 or above or equivalent)
  • Essential : Maths (GCSE - C/4 or above or equivalent)

Outcome

On completion of the apprenticeship, you may be offered a full-time position.


The starting salary is £16,640 a year for 40 hours Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7.00am - 6.00pm..

The apprenticeship will run for 1 Year 4 Months.

We are based at 130-132 HILTON LANE, PRESTWICH, MANCHESTER, M25 9QX

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