Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Best Practice Network; Newbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Newbury is seeking an aspiring apprentice to join their team. You will provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5, supporting their development through play-based learning. Ideal candidates should possess desirable GCSEs in English and Maths and strong communication skills. This role offers valuable experience and training toward an early years qualification.

Qualifications

• Desirable GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4.
• Other relevant qualifications and industry experience can be discussed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress.
• Plan and implement a curriculum to meet children's needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE English Language (Grade 4)

GCSE Maths (Grade 4)

Job description

Overview

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.

Working details

Working week: Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm. Up to 40 hours per week.

Training and delivery

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; off-the-job training hours are used throughout this apprenticeship. Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.

About the provider

Best Practice Network is one of the UK's leading providers of training, development and support for education professionals. We share the desire that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education, by working in close partnership with practising education professionals to develop CPD and qualifications for school leaders, teachers, early years practitioners, and support staff.

Opportunity

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 gaining experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents.

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.