Early Years Educator Apprenticeship (E)

SMARTY PANTS ABBEY LANE LIMITED; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Smarty Pants Day Nursery is offering an Apprenticeship in Early Years Education (Level 3) in London. The apprenticeship lasts 14 months, with likelier progression to a full-time role after completion. The role covers working with children aged 0-5, delivering EYFS-compliant teaching, and collaborating with parents and staff.

The training provider is SWIFT ACI, and apprentices must be dedicated, punctual, and committed to professional development within a diverse childcare environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
• Functional Skills Maths & English Level 2.
• Strong communication and teamwork in childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, engaging and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5.
• Teach within the EYFS requirements.
• Partake in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Support children with self-care needs (feeding and personal hygiene).
• Communicate with team members and parents.
• Liaise with external customers, parents and provide a high level of service.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Patience

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE Maths & English – C/4 or above

Functional Skills – Maths & English – Level 2

Job description

Introduction

Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 - 5. You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years.Your apprenticeship will last for 14 months. This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful.

About the Employer

Smarty Pants Day Nursery, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in June 2017, has been running in Plaistow, Newham for a total of 25 years. It aims to provide exceptional care to children, in a rich yet challenging environment, allowing the children extensive opportunities to learn and explore. In a culturally-diverse setting, it embraces parents, children and employees from all walks of life and strives to cater to the needs of the wider community.

What You'll Do

• Creating fun, engaging and safe environment for the children.
• Teaching within the EYFS requirements
• Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities
• Supporting the children with a range of self-care needs such as feeding and personal hygiene
• Communicating with other team members and parents
• Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0-5
• Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, and provide a high level of service for the childcare setting

Training Outcome

• Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion.

Other prospects could include applying for:

• Room Leader positions
• Possible management training
• Springboard into primary education
• Paediatric nursing
• Continuous development in current nursery setting

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths & English - C/4 or above
• Essential - Functional Skills - Maths & English - Level 2

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using own initiative are essential. Monday- Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: SWIFT ACI