Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Best Practice Network; London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading training provider in the UK who is committed to nurturing aspiring apprentices. As an Early Years Apprentice, you will gain valuable hands-on experience while working closely with children, families, and a supportive team. This 18-month apprenticeship will equip you with essential skills required to advance in early years education, with opportunities for progression upon completion.

Qualifications

• Designed for aspiring apprentices looking to gain hands-on experience.
• GCSE in English and Maths desirable.
• Engagement in a blended training program with regular assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5.
• Support children's development via age-appropriate activities.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE English Language (Grade 4)

GCSE Maths (Grade 4)

Job description

Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain an early year's qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents.

Annual wage

£15,704 - Apprentice Wage

Training course

Early years educator

Duration

18 Months

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

• Provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5.
• Support children’s development through age-appropriate activities and play-based learning.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Work closely with the team to plan and implement a curriculum that meets the needs of individual children.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure that children are safe, and their well-being is always a priority.
• Promote and encourage positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional development.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
• Support with daily routines, including mealtimes, nappy changes, and nap times.
• Participate in regular team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

Duration18 Months

Working week details:Monday to Friday

Hours per week40 hours

Where you will work

Walsall, WS1 3DF

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED

Your training plan

• The program offers a blended approach, including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments
• We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
• Candidates are not required to attend college. Instead, this will include off-the-job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
• These OTJH will be within working hours of employment - e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH. Less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
• You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor. This tutor will make in-person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5–6 weeks
• Early Years Educator Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard
• Training will include paediatric first aid qualification

More training information

Best Practice Network is one of the UK’s leading providers of training, development and support for education professionals.

We share the desire of every practitioner that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education. We do this by working in close partnership with practising education professionals to develop and deliver high-quality CPD and qualifications that help school leaders, teachers, early years practitioners, business managers, support staff and SENCOs be the best they can be and transform the lives of children and young people.

Requirements

Desired qualifications

• GCSE English Language (Grade 4) desirable
• GCSE Maths (Grade 4) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

Safeguarding Statement This authority/organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. ANY JOB OFFER IS SUBJECT TO suitable DBS and References We look forward to receiving your application!

After this apprenticeship

Once you have finished the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to continue working for the same company and progress on to Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT or Level 3 Early Years SENCO.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From £15,704.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Have you lived in the UK/EU for 3 years?
• Do you require a Visa? If so, does the duration last at least 18 months?