Apprentice Early Years Educator, Chelmsford 01BR

Introduction

The role of the Early Years Apprentice is to help ensure all children receive outstanding quality care and education and support families to thrive. Meeting the children’s individual needs, creating an enriched learning environment and working alongside the Nursery Leadership Team to implement and promote the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

About the Employer

What You'll Do

• You will be working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, helping support children’s play and nurture their development
• You will be involved in organising activities, in the assessment and record keeping of children's learning and development and working in partnership with colleagues and parents
• You will work alongside experienced early years educators, have a dedicated mentor and have the support of your fellow apprentices

Training Outcome

We will support you to achieve your Level 3, giving you qualified Early Years Educator status. 

From here, you can develop your career at Seymour House, opting for a managerial route or you can specialise in areas that excite you such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language.

The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership
• Honours Degree in Early Years
• Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English Literature and / or Language - 4
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday- Friday on a rota basis. Working hours will fall within the opening hours of the nursery 7.00am- 6.00pm. Shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: SEYMOUR HOUSE LTD.