Early Years Apprentice
HEADSTART COLCHESTER LIMITED , Berechurch, Essex
Early Years Apprentice
£15,600 a year
HEADSTART COLCHESTER LIMITED , Berechurch, Essex
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 6 days ago, 31 Jul | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: 01-09-2026 (In 26 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Berechurch, Essex
Full Job Description
Introduction
We are seeking a caring, creative and organised Early Years Apprentice who enjoys teamwork and supports children’s physical, emotional and intellectual development. You will encourage independence through a “help me, help myself” approach while ensuring inclusive, high-quality care.
About the Employer
The Montessorians approach is providing an environment prepared to meet the needs of the child’s development. Coupled with a practitioner to guide each child to find their natural path of development.
Within this space there are very few limits to the child’s freedom and decision-making.
What You'll Do
You will be responsible for:
Caring for and supervising children in a safe, nurturing environment
Be taught how to plan and prepare engaging activities tailored to individual needs
Learn how to work closely with parents to set and review developmental targets
Be supported in communicating effectively with colleagues to support best practice
Promote equality and inclusion, challenging discrimination and ensuring all children have equal opportunities regardless of background, ability or belief
Training Outcome
A Level 3 qualification.
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
Qualifications
- Essential - Early Years - Early Years Practitioner - Level 2
Course Information
Course: Early years educator (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Friday
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LIMITED