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Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3
We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain an early year's qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents.
What will the apprentice be doing?
In their daily work, Early Years Educators interact with children aged birth to five years and will also gain an understanding of further development from age 5 to 7. The apprentice will be responsible for delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by government for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old.
Duties will include:
- You will work as part of a team, planning and supervising child-initiated and adult-led activities which are based around the needs and interests of each individual child
- You will be supporting children to develop numeracy and language skills through games and play
- You will work collaboratively and build strong relationships with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the needs of each child
- You will be ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times
Working alongside qualified Early Years Practitioners and professionals, you will work towards your own Early Years Educator Level 3 qualification. Your mission is to provide exceptional early years care in a safe, nurturing and fulfilling environment whilst inspiring children to unlock their full potential through key skills and values which will establish them as gifted citizens of the world.
What do we need from you?
- Reliable & Flexible - contributing positively to the development of the team environment
- Creative & Observant – creating a fun and stimulating environment that builds on the interests of the children to help them progress
- Responsible & Trustworthy – ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children is at the forefront of your practice
- Committed & Motivated – working hard to keep on top of coursework and observations. Utilising the support and expertise of your colleagues and our Early Years Apprentice Mentor.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded:
- Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
- NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid OR Level 3 Award Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Apprentices will achieve an EYE qualification which has been approved to count towards the EYFS level 3 child: staff ratios
- Functional Skills in maths and English, if required.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
We want to help you progress:
Wide ranging opportunities for training and career progression including Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT, Level 3 Early Years SENCO & Forest School.
Mama Bear's Day Nursery
If you are looking to kick start your career in childcare an apprenticeship with Mama Bear’s Day Nursery could be for you. An apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to gain a recognised Early Years Qualification whilst working in a nursery where you will learn all the practical skills and knowledge needed to become a successful practitioner.
Mama Bear's Day Nursery is currently recruiting for an Early Years Apprentice to join our friendly setting based in Speedwell, Bristol. Our setting offers a stimulating, safe and welcoming environment to children and is focused on providing outstanding care to children from 3 months old to 4 years of age.
You will work alongside trained practitioners who will support and mentor you to ensure that you fulfil your potential and become the best practitioner you can be. Mama Bear's Day Nursery will be behind you every step of the way where you will also be supported by a local training provider who will come to the setting to meet and assess your progress.
You do not need any previous experience to apply to work as an apprentice, the only requirements are:
• Aged 17+
• Not in full-time education/any other funded training