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RLWC2021 Mascot Challenge

RLWC2021 Mascot Challenge

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Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) are on the hunt for a talented young artist to design the mascot that will become the face of this year’s three tournaments.

The design should represent all three tournaments, be eye-catching, recognisable, fun, friendly, have a great name and backstory, and represent the values of RLW2021.

The winner will receive two tickets to the finals at Old Trafford, the chance to take their entire class at school to another game (excluding finals), and the opportunity to visit the studio to see their mascot brought to life!

Closing date for entries: Wednesday 1st June 2022, 5pm

Click the buttons below to see the website and the documents for more information.

Visit the website for more details
Mascot Deck
Entry Form

To submit your design, please email mascot@rlwc2021.com or send via post to The Mascot Challenge, RLWC Bonded Warehouse, 18 Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 4AP. For postal entries, please include contact details in the submission.

Apprenticeship Of The Week - Childcare

Apprenticeship Of The Week - Childcare

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Job title

Childcare Apprentice

Who would I work for?

Busy Bees Nursery  

This is a purpose-built nursery on the grounds of the Rotherham General Hospital, with fully equipped amazing resources including a natural heuristic area in every room. There are lots of opportunities for developing imagination through play. There is a chef onsite who prepares meals fresh everyday and large outdoor play areas for each room.

What does the role involve?

  • Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
  • Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
  • Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
  • Ensuring each child’s individual needs are met

How much will I be paid?

Annual wage: £8,944.00

How long is the apprenticeship?

16 months with progression to a permanent Level 3 position at Busy Bees nursery.

What school grades do I need to access an apprenticeship like this?

Minimum 4 in GCSE English Language and Maths.  Skills the employer is looking for include:

  • Communication skills
  • Team working
  • Time management
  • Motivation
  • Professional development
  • Enthusiasm
  • Kindness
  • Approachable
  • Reliability
  • Confidence

What training will they give me?

  • Early Years Practitioner level 2. 

This includes learning the following:

  • EYFS 
  • Safeguarding
  • Equality and diversity
  • Young children’s development
  • Importance of play
  • Communicating with babies and young children
  • Supporting the health and wellbeing of children
  • Supporting children with special educational needs (SEND)

This is a September start date so suitable for a school leaver.

For further information and to apply, click the button below.

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Your Chance to Volunteer - UEFA Women's Euro 2022

Your Chance to Volunteer - UEFA Women's Euro 2022

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Get involved with UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 in an exciting and unique way – by volunteering!

Whether it’s to gain or share your experience, see the event from a different perspective, or simply enjoy the feeling of helping out and making people’s day, there’s loads of reasons to apply to be a volunteer at this major tournament.

Rotherham New York Stadium is one of the 10 host stadiums for the event and they need your help in making UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 the best one yet!

With roles spread across Fan Zones, transport hubs, spectator services and stadium support, there’s something for everyone.

Volunteers are crucial for spreading the excitement, building the atmosphere and providing a positive experience to enhance the matchday for spectators a the tournament.

Applications to be part of UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 volunteer programme is now open and will close on Monday 1st November 2021 at 3pm.

Interviews will be carried out between November and March 2022. 

All applicants are required to be over 18 and be able to travel to selected venues through their own means.

Apply here