RESIDENTIAL CHILDCARE LEVEL 3

A Residential Childcare apprentice will be responsible for planning daily routines, implementing activities and providing general care for the individuals within a residential setting. Maturity, resilience and initiative are key in this role as they will be instrumental in the development of life skills and education.

 

Level
 

This is a Level 3 apprenticeship.
 

Duration
 

Typically, 12-18 months.
 

Entry requirements
 

Apprentices should be at least 18 years old and have an interest in working in the childcare profession.
 

Qualifications
 

In addition to their apprenticeship, apprentices will achieve their Level 2 functional skills in English, Maths and ICT

Employer Rights and Responsibilities, Personal Learning and Thinking Skills also form part of this apprenticeship
 

Programme overview
 

Learning module include topics such as: Understanding the Development of Children, Safeguarding and Protection, Supporting Children who have Experienced Harm or Abuse, Risk Management, Support Group Living, Wellbeing and Resilience, Managing Health, Professional Development, Diversity and Equality, Participate in Team

Dedicated skills coach to support apprentices throughout their entire learner journey

Regular remote sessions using Microsoft Teams

Flexible and innovative training methods geared to different learning styles

24/7 access to digital learning content, ensuring apprentices have everything they need to support and accelerate learning

Free NUS Apprentice Extra card, allowing apprentices to access discounts on the high street and on other well-known brands
 

Progression opportunities
 

Upon completion, apprentices can progress onto the Level 3 ILM in leadership and management, or progress into employment in residential or short stay childcare where they can become a team or shift leader.
 

Funding and financial support
 

Employers paying the Apprenticeship Levy can use their funds to cover the cost of apprenticeship training while a range of government funding is available for non-levy organisations. Other financial support is available for employers and apprentices depending on circumstances. 

Interested in this apprenticeship? Contact our team today