Apprenticeships For Learners

Level 3 Early Years Apprentice @ Dots & Tots Nursery

Location: 5 Petworth Drive, Leicester, LE3 9RF

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Dots & Tots Nursery?

The effort that has gone into creating beautiful spaces for the children reflects the belief that children deserve the very best, and that their aesthetic senses need to be nurtured in the early years. Children are active learners, which means that all three rooms are stimulating and offer children many opportunities. The environment invites children to become involved and encourages them to explore a wide variety of materials and develop their creativity.

More people are developing a desire to do something more meaningful in life – working for a family run nursery and training in Early Years can be exactly what you are looking for right now!

WHAT will I get from working with Dots & Tots Nursery?

• EARN: £8 per hour, 40 hours per week.
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 8am and 5.30pm.
• QUALIFICATION: Early Years Educator Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

Working with children is highly rewarding. There is nothing more exciting than providing a Loving, Educational and Fun environment to children on a daily basis. This is not just “a job”, it’s a rewarding, meaningful, fulfilling career. You get to play an important role in shaping these little’s people foundation of life. Your daily tasks will include:

• Providing a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment.
• Delivering an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress.
• Helping to ensure the nursery meets Ofsted requirements at all times.
• Understanding and working to nursery policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints, and emergencies.
• Planning activities which ensure each child is working towards the early learning outcomes.
• Ensuring records are properly maintained, e.g., daily attendance register, accident and incident book, risk assessments.
• Liaising closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as directed.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including risk management, key person & attachment, learning & development, and more!  You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English.
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Early Years Practitioner Level 2 qualification (or equivalent).
• Caring, compassionate, non-judgemental & patient.
• Initiative, problem solving & communication skills.
• Passionate about Early Years.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://dotsandtots-nursery.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/childcare

Helpdesk Admin Apprentice @ Premier Support Services Ltd

Location: 4/5, Western Court, Bromley Street, Digbeth, B9 4AN

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Premier Support Services?

Premier specialise in fully comprehensive facilities management, ensuring businesses operate smoothly and efficiently no matter what. From tailored cleaning plans to robust security measures, they offer the full range of facilities management solutions for businesses across the UK.

The diverse needs of facilities management inevitably attracts a diverse workforce. So, how do they celebrate this? They invest in training, progression, and equality initiatives to create opportunities and impact lives.

They’re proud to promote from within, offering every employee the chance to grow and realise their potential. Think you’ve got what it takes to make a difference?

WHAT will I get from working with Premier Support Services?

• EARN: £9 per hour, 40 hours per week
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
• QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
• BENEFITS: Hybrid work, pension, 20 + b/hols, access to Premier Academy (bespoke online training platform).

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be joining a small, supportive team to assist with admin duties whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification! They are looking for someone who is passionate, dedicated, organised and driven by quality and customer satisfaction.  Your daily tasks will include:

• Creating and submitting quotations.
• Effectively invoicing all works completed.
• Handling email queries from clients and engineers.
• Logging of all reactive maintenance callouts on internal systems.
• Monitoring incoming procurement requests and sourcing efficiently.
• Producing reports from the internal CAFM system and client portals.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Business Admin Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including the organisation, stakeholders, relevant regulation, business fundamentals, processes & external factors. You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English.
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Positive attitude & self-motivation.
• Communication, team working & customer care.
• Attention to detail, organisation & IT skills.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.premiersupportservices.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/business-administration

Support learners.  Build confidence.  Make a difference.  

If you’re an experienced AAT or Payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career, or an established trainer/assessor seeking a provider that truly invests in its people, this role offers the perfect blend of purpose, flexibility, and progression.

At CT Skills, we’re expanding our high performing delivery team and are looking for passionate individuals who want to help others grow.  Whether you’re already working in education or ready to bring your industry expertise into a training environment, we’ll give you the support, tools, and confidence to thrive.

The Role
Working closely with employers and apprentices, you will deliver and support Accountancy and Payroll apprenticeship programmes up to Level 3.  
You will use your coaching and training skills to guide apprentices through their learning journey, developing their knowledge, skills, and behaviours.  Deliver engaging one to one and group sessions, monitor apprentice progress and provide tailored support to ensure successful outcomes, and build strong, professional relationships with apprentices and employers.

About You
If you’re considering a move into training, we’ll provide full support to help you transition confidently into the role.  If you already deliver AAT or Payroll training, you’ll find a supportive, forward thinking environment where your expertise is valued.

You will:
•    be AAT Level 3 qualified
•    have solid, hands on experience in accountancy and/or payroll
•    be an effective communicator who can motivate and inspire
•    be organised, proactive, and confident managing your own caseload
•    enjoy coaching, mentoring, and helping others achieve their potential

Previous training or assessing experience is beneficial but not essential, your industry knowledge and passion for developing others are what matter most.

Training, Support & Development

We invest heavily in our people and are committed to helping you succeed.  

You will receive:
•    A structured induction and onboarding programme
•    Mentoring from experienced trainers and assessors
•    Support to develop coaching and assessment skills
•    Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

About CT Skills
CT Skills is a growing, forward thinking training provider with a strong reputation for quality.  We are proudly graded Good by Ofsted and hold industry leading accreditations including ISO 9001 and Matrix.

We support thousands of apprentices and online learners each year and work closely with employers and the Department for Education and Department for Work and Pensions. Our PRAISE values guide everything we do, creating a culture where professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement thrive.

What We Offer
•    36 days holiday (including bank holidays)
•    Contributory pension scheme
•    Free BUPA Health Cash Plan
•    Employee Assistance Programme
•    Life assurance
•    Health support app
•    Free eye tests and discounted glasses
•    Flexible remote working
•    Volunteering and wellbeing days
•    Birthday and work anniversary celebrations
•    All working equipment provided

If you want to be part of a business where your ideas matter, your development is supported and your work genuinely makes a difference - you’ll feel at home at CT Skills.

CT Skills is committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
CT Skills is committed to safeguarding and committed to promoting the welfare of our learners and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Should your application be successful; and as your role may include engagement with Under 18’s; an enhanced disclosure will be requested from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any contractual offer will be subject to rigorous vetting procedures.

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We will endeavour to provide feedback to all applicants. However, due to the volume of CVs that we receive at present we may not be able to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within five working days your application has been unsuccessful. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles.