Learner Mentor / Coach – Early Years Care

COPA; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare training organization is seeking a Learner Mentor/Coach for Early Years Care to support apprentices in their development. This remote role involves conducting inductions, delivering tailored training, and providing feedback to ensure high-quality learning. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and relevant experience in Early Years Education. Benefits include training, a pension scheme, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Training and induction program

5% pension scheme

Laptop and mobile phone for remote work

Access to employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years Education or Childcare at minimum Level 3 qualification.
• A1 (D32/33) or TAQA or PTTLS certifications would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inductions and progress reviews for learners.
• Deliver engaging training aligned with the Early Years curriculum.
• Monitor learner progress and ensure timely completion of assessments.

Skills

Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Resilience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare

Functional Skills at Level 2 in English and Maths

Tools

ICT proficiency

Job description

Location: South East England - Remote
Salary: Dependent on experience.
Hours: 37.5 hours a week

Position Overview
As a Learner Mentor/Coach for Early Years Care, you will mentor, coach, and guide learners through their apprenticeship journey. You’ll deliver tailored, high-quality training and support, aligned with Early Years Educator standards, helping learners develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours they need to make a real difference in early childhood settings.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive learner inductions and regular progress reviews
• Plan and deliver engaging training aligned with the Early Years curriculum
• Assess learners’ development and provide constructive, sector-specific feedback
• Support apprentices in building strong foundations in child development, safeguarding, health & safety, and inclusive practice
• Liaise with early years employers and settings to ensure learning opportunities meet industry standards
• Monitor learner progress and ensure timely completion of assessments
• Deliver Functional Skills support (English, Maths, ICT) as needed
• Provide pastoral care, helping learners overcome barriers to learning
• Maintain high standards of documentation and compliance with funding/regulatory bodies
• Champion safeguarding, wellbeing, and equality throughout your delivery
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Attend internal and external meetings/training courses as required.
• Liaise with external agencies as needed.
• Pursue continuous personal development in line with the company’s business plan.
• Participate in monthly performance reviews with your line manager.
• Undertake other duties as deemed appropriate at the discretion of the business.

Relevant Sector Expertise
• Deep understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and relevant legislation (e.g. Safeguarding, SEND, Health & Safety)
• Ability to guide apprentices in child development theory, behaviour management, and inclusive practice
• Promote reflective practice, empathy, and ethical professionalism in early years environments
• Cover relevant legislation, policies, and protocols, including data security and safeguarding.

Skill Development
• Foster apprentices' ability to support young children’s development, wellbeing, and early education
• Support learners in building communication, teamwork, and resilience
• Train learners to uphold safeguarding, health, and safety standards in childcare environments

Behavioural Training
• Instil a sense of integrity and responsibility in learners
• Encourage respectful and empathetic behaviour
• Promote collaboration across various sectors and cultural boundaries

Qualifications and Experience
• Experience in Early Years Education or Childcare (minimum Level 3 qualification)
• A1 (D32/33) or TAQA or PTTLS certifications (training can be provided)
• Functional Skills at Level 2 in English and Maths
• Strong understanding of the apprenticeship standards for Early Years Educators
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including strong written and spoken English
• Understanding of safeguarding practices
• Proficiency with ICT and experience using technology to enhance learning
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Adaptability in teaching methods to suit different learning needs
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for the development and progression of learners
• Commitment to continuous professional development and quality
• Willingness to undergo a Disclosure & Barring Service check
• Full and clean driving licence and access to own transport

Why work for COPA?
• Holidays: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays in your first year of service, increasing to 28 days
• Induction and Training: A four-week Induction and Training programme
• Pension Scheme: Contribution of 5%
• Equipment: Laptop and mobile phone for remote agile working
• Employee Support: Access to Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition: Participation in a Reward and Recognition Scheme

Equality & Diversity
COPA is committed to applying equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection, in line with its Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy in addition to our duty under the Equality Act 2010 to have due regard to the need to eliminate discrimination; to advance equality of opportunity.
COPA is a Disability Confident Leader employer and as such, any candidate with a disability will not be excluded unless the candidate is unable to perform a duty intrinsic to the role, having considered reasonable adjustments. Reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process will be made to ensure that no applicant is disadvantaged because of their disability.