Early Years Skills Coach

Supporting Education Group; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Skills Coach to support Early Years apprentices in their learning journeys. This role involves delivering remote support sessions, tracking progress via an e-portfolio system, and ensuring timely achievements for learners. Candidates should possess at least a Level 3 qualification in Children's Care Learning and Development or equivalent. Benefits include 28 days of holiday, health plans, and flexible benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus an extra day for each year of service

Health Cash Plan

Free life insurance

Pension contribution

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• GCSE (A-C) or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Willingness to work towards TAQA, A1, D32/33, CAVA.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of learners in line with KPIs.
• Support remote teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Promote learner engagement and progression.

Skills

Flexibility

Remote teaching support

Progress tracking

Learner engagement

Education

Children's Care Learning & Development (Level 3)

Childcare & Education (Level 3)

Early Years Care & Education (Level 3)

Job description

About Eden Training Solutions

Eden Training Solutions is a leading apprenticeship provider in the early years sector and part of the Supporting Education Group. With a Grade 2 (Good) Ofsted rating and Gold Standard for Leaders in Safeguarding, we are committed to excellence. Recognised in the Sunday Times Top 10 Best Companies to Work For, we build a culture where people thrive and help individuals reach their potential through high‑quality, fully funded training that transforms futures.

Job Overview

We are looking for a passionate Skills Coach to support and guide Early Years apprentices through their learning journey. You'll deliver remote 1:1 sessions, track progress using our e‑portfolio system, and work closely with learners and employers to ensure timely achievement. Candidates should have at least a GCSE (A‑C) or equivalent in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of learners in line with KPIs
• Support remote teaching, learning, and assessment
• Track progress and Off‑the‑Job hours via e‑portfolio
• Support Functional Skills achievement
• Promote learner engagement and progression
• Ensure safeguarding, EDI, and H&S compliance
• Provide effective IAG to learners and employers
• Collaborate with internal teams to drive success
• Stay current with Ofsted and EYFS standards

Required Qualifications

• Children's Care Learning & Development (Level 3), Childcare & Education (Level 3) or Early Years Care & Education (Level 3) or equivalent/higher qualification
• TAQA, A1, D32/33, CAVA or willingness to work towards

Desired Qualifications

• Foundation or Honours Degree in Early Childhood Studies
• Teaching/training qualifications (e.g., PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, Cert‑Ed)
• Paediatric First Aid (Level 3)
• 3 years experience working in a childcare setting
• 2+ years management experience

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to work across locations if needed
• Full enhanced DBS check required

Benefits

• 28 days holiday plus an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to a max of 33 days PLUS bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan, private GP access after probation
• Free life insurance covering up to four times your salary from day 1
• Pension contribution after 3 months
• Flexible benefits after probation (extra holiday, dental, top‑up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars, etc.)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Volunteer days – 3 paid volunteer days a year, with 2 dedicated to Education

Equal Employment Opportunity

Eden Training Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.