As a childcare apprentice, your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early year's curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your careadhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor.
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
a ‘congratulations’ payment of £300 once you have successfully completed the level 3 apprenticeship
the potential for an annual tax-free dividend payment
‘recommend a friend’ bonuses of £1000 every time you successfully refer someone to join our partnership
childcare discount from day one; 75% for your children and/or 40% for your grandchildren
fully-paid enhanced DBS check
complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and there is the option to buy and sell days
annual conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognisedPlease note, terms and conditions apply to some of our benefits and financial rewards
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification; there may be an on-line assessment during our shortlisting stage to determine the right level of apprenticeship for you
Appropriate Functional Skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification as part of the level 3 course.
Our early years apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
Off the job learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer/assessor from our in-house Training Academy of Excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell; there are 8 sessions as part of the level 2 apprenticeship and 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course
A fixed term contract of 18 months, and upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you can apply for a role working as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Training Outcome:
Upon the successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for a role working as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager
Employer Description:At Childbase Partnership we have been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life and instil a lifelong passion for learning. Across all 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and our EduBase Training Academy of Excellence, our dedicated colleagues work together to create a lasting, positive impact in our local communities. We are determined to be excellent and constantly strive for the best outcomes, not only for the children in our care but for every colleague too. What makes us special? • We are 100% employee-owned – which means we are all partners, we all have a meaningful voice, and we own our future (this includes sharing profits too, tax-free). • ‘Number 1’ - we have earned the top spot in the prestigious Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes, all thanks to our extraordinary colleagues. • Record-breaking Green Flag achievements, and climate-positive status - we save more CO2 than we create (take that, climate change!). • Planting in excess of 2,000 trees in the Eden Restoration project - because the planet needs a hug too. • Over £3.5 million raised for charity – we’re basically fundraising superheroes (without the capes).Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of 07:15 - 18:30, Monday - Friday, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As an Apprentice Nursery Nurse you will play a key role in ensuring that young children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe.
Your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor
Training:
We are offering the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
The apprenticeship will last 18 months
You will have time each week to complete some of your coursework in your working hours and the rest you will complete at home
You will attend monthly training sessions at our Head Office in Newport Pagnell.
If you don’t hold GCSEs at grade 4 or above in English and Maths, you will complete Functional Skills qualifications too
Paediatric First Aid qualification
Your work-based training with our in-house Training Academy will support you to develop an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), which will enable you to deliver effective opportunities for learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old
Training Outcome:
Upon completion, you will have the opportunity to apply for Qualified Nursery Nurse roles within our partnership.
When you join our partnership, you will be greatly rewarded with a range of benefits, which include:
A ‘congratulations’ payment of £300 once you have successfully completed the level 3 apprenticeship
The potential for an annual tax-free dividend payment
Recommend a friend bonuses of £1000 every time you successfully refer someone to join our partnership
Childcare discount from day one; 75% for your children and/or 40% for your grandchildren
Fully-paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and there is the option to buy and sell days
Annual conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Please note, terms and conditions apply to some of our benefits and financial rewards
Employer Description:At Childbase Partnership we have been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life and instil a lifelong passion for learning. Across all 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and our EduBase Training Academy of Excellence, our dedicated colleagues work together to create a lasting, positive impact in our local communities. We are determined to be excellent and constantly strive for the best outcomes, not only for the children in our care but for every colleague too. What makes us special? • We are 100% employee-owned – which means we are all partners, we all have a meaningful voice, and we own our future (this includes sharing profits too, tax-free). • ‘Number 1’ - we have earned the top spot in the prestigious Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes, all thanks to our extraordinary colleagues. • Record-breaking Green Flag achievements, and climate-positive status - we save more CO2 than we create (take that, climate change!). • Planting in excess of 2,000 trees in the Eden Restoration project - because the planet needs a hug too. • Over £3.5 million raised for charity – we’re basically fundraising superheroes (without the capes).Working Hours :Varied shifts between the hours of 7.15am - 6.30pm, Monday - Friday.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Play a key role in warehouse operations, from unloading and storing goods to picking and preparing orders for shipment
Work closely with teams in both small hubs and fast-paced warehouses to keep operations running smoothly
Travelling to sites to collect and deliver materials
Attend meetings at different Thames Water locations and learn how teams collaborate
Support operations across multiple sites, gaining a variety of experience
Handle, pick, and pack materials safely and accurately to ensure perfect delivery
Build an understanding of Thames Water’s end-to-end supply chain, including systems, suppliers, and transport operations
Training:
Knowledge, skills and behaviours as set out in the Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Standard
You’ll train with TRS Training Limited, receiving monthly workplace visits from a trainer-assessor and ongoing off-site support to develop your skills and track your progress
Training Outcome:
Permanent contract with a 12-15-month structured programme
Employer Description:Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, exact working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
1. Service Desk
Assist the Operations team in meeting the defined SLA’s and where these are breached escalate appropriately
Maintain and Update the ICT Asset Database, including accurate records on Joiners and Leavers
Ensure calls are logged and updated on our Halo Service Desk tool
Follow the ITIL framework to deal with user enquiries
The building and decommissioning of laptops and android devices
Fixing and replacing parts on RBC devices
1. Operations
Learn and complete daily operations checks to ensure systems are working correctly
Communicate regularly with the ICT Assistant Operations Manager regarding the current status of tickets and escalate any aging tickets
1. Manual Operations
The installation of desks with Monitors, power Bricks and rj45 connectors
Disposal of ICT equipment inline with policy, ensuring a WEE certification is obtained
Cabling and moving larger items including MFD, Servers, Switches and Data cabinets are dealt with in an appropriate manner to protect against data loss
1. Customer Services
Always establish and portray a professional image of the department with a ‘can do’attitude. Set expectations as appropriate for the resolution of issues whilst demonstrating the willingness to go the ‘extra mile’
Knowledge Base
Assist with the creation and amendment of the necessary support documentation to ensure known errors and trouble shooting guidance is recorded, assisting colleagues in resolution of ICT issues and ensuring a foundation of appropriate technical knowledge ismaintained
6. Technical Projects
Assist with carrying out technical project work, including the Annual Replacement Programme, ensuring targets are met and deliverables are to the requiredquality and standard
6. Administration
Assist with purchasing of consumable ICT items ensuring specification is in line with standards laid down by ICT
Assisting in taking notes and following up actions from the ICT management team
6. Training
To actively participate in your own development plan which will be agreed with your line manager and the assessor from the training provider
To achieve personal development targets, as agreed with your line manager
To complete and undertake mandatory Rushcliffe Borough Council training
Complete ITIL foundation course
Complete CompTIA A+ training
6. Other Duties
Carry out any other duties that are reasonably required and not exceeding the grading of the post
Where applicable: duties may include attendance at evening meetings and/or work outside normal office hours
User must have a driver’s licence and access to a car for work use
Training:We will provide a corporate induction which is a comprehensive induction to ensure the apprentice is aware of our policies and procedures, our Council structure, important systems, e-learning requirements, basic IT security, important information regarding payslips, booking annual leave, our rewards and benefits and our EAP information. We will also run through important health and safety important. The apprentice will also have a local induction with their line manager within the IT team so that they are aware of how the team operates and to ensure they can access any local systems within IT.
We will also require the apprentice to complete all the necessary mandatory training which includes the list below.
• GDPR 1,2 and 3
• Fire Awareness
• Display Screen equipment
• Sexual harrassment
• Safeguarding Children
• Safeguarding Adults
• Information Management Certification
• Cyber Crime
• Managing information
• Freedom of Information
• Information Classification
• Prevent Training
As a Council we like to support carer progression through training and development, the apprentice will have regular 121s and an annual performance development review (appraisal) with their line management to discuss any support or training they feel would be beneficial for their role and their development.Training Outcome:
At the end of the agreed apprenticeship we can not guarantee employment within the Council and the apprentice would need to apply for vacancies which become available
Employer Description:About Company
Rushcliffe Borough Council is a modern forward-thinking authority providing high quality services to over 119,000 people across South Nottinghamshire, England. Our modern purpose built head office is based in the thriving town of West Bridgford steeped in sporting history and home to Trent Bridge cricket ground and Nottingham Forest Football club. The borough also includes the towns of Bingham and Cotgrave as well as numerous villages and surrounding rural areas. In addition to our offices based in West Bridgford we have two depots and manage Rushcliffe Country Park in Ruddington.
We are a high performing Council who strive to deliver the best services possible to our residents.
Rushcliffe Borough Council offer a fantastic benefits package including:
- Reduced membership fees to our onsite leisure centres at Rushcliffe Arena and Bingham
-Free parking at our sites
-Local government pension scheme
-Employee Assistant programme and Rushcliffe rewards benefit platform
-Generous annual leave entitlements starting at 26 days excluding bank holidaysWorking Hours :Working hours will be fixed to 9am- 5 pm shifts Monday- Thursday, 9am- 4pm on Friday but flexible hours may be required.
This role is primarily Office base, with Work From Home days for completion of coursework (4 days in the office 1 Day at home)Skills: Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,IT Literate,Flexible, hard working,Work on own initiative,Able to follow instructions,A professional approach,Excellent communication skills,Customer focused....Read more...
