Apprentice Early Years Educator, Chelmsford 02sr

Seymour House Day Nursery Schools; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery school in Chelmsford seeks an Early Years Educator to support children's development and learning. You will gain a Level 3 Early Years qualification and work in a supportive environment with experienced educators. Opportunities for career advancement into management or specialization are available.

Qualifications

• Support children's play and nurture their development.
• Organize activities and maintain records of learning.
• Work alongside experienced Early Years Educators.

Responsibilities

• Help children aged 0-5 years with their development.
• Assess and record children's learning progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

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 Early Years, 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 Early Years 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 with childcare responsibilities
• 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).

Monday to Friday on a rota basis. Working hours will fall within the opening hours of the nursery 7:00am - 6:00pm. Shifts to be confirmed.