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Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Bristol

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 24,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated apprentice to train as an Early Years Educator. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working in a supportive environment. You will develop essential skills, contribute to the well-being of children, and assist in delivering high-quality educational activities. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this apprenticeship leads to a full-time position upon successful completion. Join a team dedicated to nurturing young minds and making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

GCSE in Maths and English required, with BTEC Level 2 in Early Years preferred.
Must complete Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

Responsibilities

Develop positive relationships with children and families.
Assist with planning and delivery of activities to meet children's needs.
Ensure children's safety and wellbeing during attendance.

Skills

Customer care skills

Initiative

Non-judgmental

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE Maths and English (grade A*-C or 4-9)

BTEC Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (grade Pass or above)

St George Preschool are looking to employ an apprentice to train to become an Early Years Educator. To provide & maintain a high-quality service to children & their families working as part of a team to meet children’s needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.

Salary will be discussed further at Interview

Training course

Early years educator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:20. Unpaid break 20 mins. Attend college 1 day per week at SGS college Filton Campus.
32 hours a week

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Work

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

Main roles and responsibilities:

To develop & maintain positive relationships with children & families
To assist with ‘in the moment’ planning & delivery of a wide range of activities to meet & extend all children’s needs
To work within the EYFS & promote high standards of care for the children
To assure responsibility for key children & ensure that all children’s developmental needs are met
To maintain children’s safety & wellbeing at all times during attendance at the setting
To take any action required to ensure the safety & welfare of children & to report any concerns immediately to the manager.
To ensure good communication between staff & parent/carers

Staff:

To work as a positive role model & member of the staff team
To attend staff meetings, supervision, and relevant identified training
To have a flexible approach to working with children throughout the setting

General:

To always work within policies & procedures
To keep accurate records as required
To maintain positive working relationships with relevant external professionals
To support & develop an environment which is inclusive for all & recognises & encourages diversity
To represent the setting professionally at all times, maintaining the settings integrity & being open to both giving & receiving feedback
To undertake any other duties as reasonably directed by the Manager / Deputy / Room Lead or Management Committee

Where you’ll work

NETHAM HOUSE
BLACKSWARTH ROAD
ST GEORGE
BS5 8AP

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

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Apprentices must successfully complete a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. Please refer to the DfE list of approved EYE qualifications:

DFE Approved Qualifications

Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking their end point assessment
For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and maths minimum requirements are Entry Level 3, and the British Sign Language qualification is an alternative to English qualifications for apprentices for whom this is their primary language
Apprentices must successfully complete a paediatric first aid qualification in line with the requirements of the EYFS Framework (Annex A): Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
You will be required to complete Functional Skills mathematics and English (where applicable), Employment Rights and Responsibilities and British Values

Requirements

GCSE or equivalent in:

GCSE Maths and English (grade GCSE's A*-C or 4-9)

BTEC or equivalent in:

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (grade Pass or above)

Skills

Customer care skills
Initiative
Non-judgmental
Physical fitness

About this company

We are a registered charity providing early years education to children aged two to school. We offer 16 places to 2 years olds and 32 places to 3-year-olds. We are term time only.

After this apprenticeship