Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Clive Hall

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

Job summary

A leading training organization is offering an apprenticeship in early years education in London. Candidates will provide care and education to children aged 0-5 while gaining qualifications and experience. The apprenticeship includes training that focuses on children's development, safety, and well-being. Successful candidates may progress to higher qualifications upon completion. The role is full-time with an annual wage of £15,704.

Qualifications

• Aspiring candidates should have GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or equivalent.
• Desire to work with children aged 0-5 is essential.
• Must be willing to undergo safeguarding checks including a DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5.
• Observe and document children's progress in line with the EYFS framework.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

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

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.

Duration 18 Months
Working week details: Monday to Friday
Hours per week 40 hours

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