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Greenwich, South-East London SE10 9EQ
Full Time – 4 Days Per Week

More2Childcare is looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our nursery team as Unqualified Nursery Staff, working towards a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

Applicants must have previous experience working in a similar field, such as childcare, health & social care, schools, care settings, hospitality, customer service or other people-focused environments, and be willing to begin a Level 3 Early Years pathway alongside employment. Alternatively you will have studied a similar field - early years, health and social care, psychology etc

This is not a Level 2 route — candidates must be academically capable of completing a Level 3 qualification alongside full-time work. The apprenticeship/pathway takes a minimum of 12 months to complete.

We would also like to hear from candidates who already hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care and are looking to begin a career in Early Years.

Important:
We are unable to sponsor candidates for UK work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Salary

• £8.25 per hour for school leaver apprentices
• £12.81 per hour for candidates with previous work experience and transferable skills

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for working with children
• Previous experience in a similar role or sector
• Good communication and written English
• Reliable, professional and willing to learn
• Ability to complete Level 3 coursework and professional documentation
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Minimum Level 2 Functional Skills in English (or equivalent qualification)

GCSE Maths Grade 4/C or above is desirable.

Location Requirement

Due to the importance of punctuality and reliability, candidates should live within a one-hour commute of SE10 9EQ.

Career Progression

Early years is a stable sector with genuine long-term career opportunities. Following completion of Level 3, progression may include:

• Senior Practitioner roles
• Room Leader positions
• Management pathways
• Degree apprenticeships for the right candidates

Full training, mentoring and support provided.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

More2Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Online/social media checks as part of safer recruitment
• References from previous employers
• Right to work checks
• Verification of qualifications and employment history

Any gaps in employment history must be explained. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism, good judgement and an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities when working with children.

Pay: £9.00-£12.91 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London SE10 9EQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you able to work 4 days per week, 38 hours per week all year round?
• Does your work exerience or studies cover a similar field to early years - ie psychology, health and social care

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person