THE DETAILS:
  • Location: Coleg Cambria,
  • Salary Type: Annual
  • Language: Welsh
  • Closing Date: 06 March, 2024 12:00 AM

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Apprenticeship Opportunities – Toybox Nursery CC/2547

Coleg Cambria
Job Description and Person Specification

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction
At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education. Having recently received a glowing Estyn inspection as well as a Gold Corporate Standard Health at Work Award, we feel this is a good start.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.
Job Summary
Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration...

Role Title: Apprenticeship Opportunities - Toybox Nursery

Location: Deeside

Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (12 - 24 month contracts)

Salary: National minimum wage depending on age

Cambria Apprenticeships - Real Skills. Real Training

Develop your skills and grow your ambition as you work, earn and study for an apprenticeship at Coleg Cambria.

Our apprenticeships are a brilliant way to start your career and provide an exciting opportunity to gain "hands on experience" in the workplace. You will discover what you're good at, passionate about and have lots of opportunities to grow and develop your skills.

As a Cambria Apprentice, you will obtain recognised qualifications and gain valuable skills and work experience to give you the best possible preparation for your future career.

Whether joining us from school, college or just looking for a career change, you'll be building a career that delivers you real skills and training from day one.

Further enrichment activities and training opportunities may be offered in line with college needs and will enhance your knowledge and skills.

We are now looking for Apprentices in Childcare to join our award winning Toybox Nursery.

About You

To be considered for one of our Apprenticeship Programmes, you will have a minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language at grade C or above (subject to specific apprenticeship areas) and demonstrate excellent communication skills. You should also be competent in the use of IT equipment and have examples of working in a team.

Welsh language skills are desirable for this position.

And in return

By undertaking the Cambria Apprenticeship Programme, you will achieve the following;
  • NVQ Level 2
  • Essential skills
  • Employability skills
  • Gain valuable skills and knowledge with young babies, toddlers, and pre school in an exciting busy day nursery.
  • Vocational related qualifications (as appropriate)

The current National Minimum Wage rate for an apprentice is from £5.28 to £10.42 per hour depending on age

Coleg Cambria is committed to raising the profile of the Welsh language.

Welsh language skills are desireable for this position

The promotion of the welsh language is an essential part of the work we do. Applicants are welcome to submit an application in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a 'Disability Confident' Employer.

The promotion of Equality and Diversity is an essential part of the work we do and as part of this, the College is committed to having a diverse staff group.

The safety of children, young people and adults identified as 'vulnerable' is paramount and Coleg Cambria is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of these individuals and to the rigorous implementation of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) procedures and arrangements. A DBS Disclosure will be requested from the successful candidate being offered the position. Depending on the role you are applying for if successful, you may also be required to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Benefits
Excellent Pension Scheme(s)

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

On site nursery provision at our Deeside site

Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses

Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development

Discounted Gym Membership

Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities

Free Parking on All Sites

Cycle Scheme

Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments

Discounted Rates for Restaurants

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave