Apprentice Early Years Educator, Chelmsford 01br

Seymour House Day Nursery Schools; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education seeks passionate individuals to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to work with children aged 0-5, supporting their play and development while gaining valuable qualifications like the Level 3 Early Years Educator status. With a strong focus on professional growth, you can choose to specialize in areas such as special educational needs or pursue managerial roles. Enjoy a supportive environment with experienced mentors and a commitment to your career advancement. Join us in making a positive impact on young lives!

Qualifications

• Support children's play and nurture their development.
• Organize activities and assess children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Work with children aged 0-5 years in a nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents for children's growth.

Skills

Early Years Education

Child Development

Paediatric First Aid

Organizational Skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership

Honours Degree in Early Years

Job description

Founded in 1988, we have over 30 years' experience in care, education and preparing children for school. This history has enabled us to invest in our team, resources and environment to give children the best possible start. Our fantastic team of Educators and Teachers have achieved outstanding Ofsted judgements at all our eleven nursery schools.

We will support you to achieve your Level 3, giving you qualified Early Years Educator status.

From here, you can develop your career at Seymour House, opting for a managerial route or you can specialise in areas that excite you such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language.

The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership
• Honours Degree in Early Years
• Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)
• You will be working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, helping support children’s play and nurture their development
• You will be involved in organising activities, in the assessment and record keeping of children's learning and development and working in partnership with colleagues and parents
• You will work alongside experienced early years educators, have a dedicated mentor and have the support of your fellow apprentices

Our aim is to help you achieve your Level 3 Early Years, (which includes: Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid. (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF).

Or complete a first aid course delivered by one of the following types of organisations as per the EYFS requirements.

Functional skills if required.

Voluntary aid society, member of trade body with an approval and monitoring system, or acknowledged by the Health and Safety Executive), giving you qualified Early Years Educator status within 12 months.

From here, it is possible to specialise in areas such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language or become the manager of one of our day nursery schools. The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Honours Degree in Early Years Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS).

On and off the job training and location to be confirmed.

Monday - Friday on a rota basis. Working hours will fall within the opening hours of the nursery 7.00am- 6.00pm. Shifts to be confirmed.