Introduction

Join Welshampton CE Primary School as a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice. Gain hands-on EYFS experience, support children's learning through purposeful play, develop your practice with Heart of England Training and help every child feel safe, valued and ready to shine.

About the Employer

Welshampton CE Primary School is a small, nurturing Church of England primary school within the Newhampton CE Schools Federation. We provide a caring, inclusive and ambitious learning environment for children, rooted in Christian values, high expectations, strong relationships and a commitment to helping every child shine.

What You'll Do

As an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice at Welshampton CE Primary School, you will support the EYFS team in providing nurturing care and high-quality early education for young children. A typical day will include:

Planning and supporting engaging activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), including child-initiated and adult-led learning, purposeful play and practical experiences matched to children's individual needs, interests and developmental stages.
Supporting children's communication, language, early literacy and numeracy development through play, stories, songs, routines and high-quality interactions.
Helping to create and maintain a safe, inclusive, stimulating and well-organised learning environment, following safeguarding, health and safety, hygiene and risk-management procedures.
Building positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues, contributing to a warm, supportive and inclusive school community.
Observing children, recording progress and using assessment information to help plan next steps and provide personalised support.
Supporting children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, including transitions, independence, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
Working professionally as part of the EYFS and wider school team, attending meetings, receiving feedback and participating in ongoing training with Heart of England Training. This is a dynamic and rewarding role, giving the apprentice meaningful opportunities to develop as an early years professional while helping children feel safe, secure, curious and ready to learn.

Training Outcome

It is hoped, but not guaranteed, that a full offer of employment may be available at the end of the apprenticeship. The qualification also supports progression into roles such as Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Preschool Practitioner, Reception Class Assistant or Childcare Practitioner, with a longer-term pathway towards Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner.

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
Physical fitness

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Essential - 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 8:45am - 3:15pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: HEART OF ENGLAND TRAINING LIMITED

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