Early Years Educator

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship – Ark Start Globe (Elephant & Castle Nursery)

About the employer 

Ark Start is part of Ark, an education charity and Multi-Academy Trust, running primary and secondary schools in London, Birmingham, Hastings and Portsmouth.

Being part of a large education charity helps us provide our children with the best possible education by ensuring we have excellent training opportunities for staff and that our provision is preparing children to start primary school happily and confidently. Explore our network of 39 schools in Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth.

About the role

Key Details

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, 37.5 hours per week.


• Salary: £15,000 per year
  


• Location: Harper Rd, London SE1 6AF


• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Early Years Educator 


• Standard duration: 19 months 

Overview of the role: 

We are currently seeking to recruit an hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our team who is also passionate about early years. As a Early Years Apprentice you will focus on high quality affordable childcare from 9 months - 5 years of age.

You will support development of children within their room through assessing children's development, setting up provision and interacting with children while supporting parents

Key responsibilities: 

• Planning and preparing activities: You will plan and prepare developmentally appropriate activities and experiences that promote children’s learning and development. These might include art and craft activities, sensory play, and outdoor exploration.


• Providing care: You will be responsible for the personal care needs of young children, such as feeding, changing, and toileting. You will also ensure that children are safe, healthy and happy.


• Supporting learning: You will create a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages children’s curiosity and exploration. You will observe children’s play and interactions, and provide support and guidance to help them learn and develop.


• Working with families: You will work closely with families to support children’s development and wellbeing. You will communicate regularly with families, sharing information about children’s progress and needs, and working collaboratively to support their ongoing learning and development.


• Record keeping: You will maintain accurate records of children’s progress and activities, using this information to inform planning and support children’s ongoing development.

Apprenticeship Summary:

• You will work towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification across a total duration of 19 months!


• Training provider:
  LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/
  


• All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release


• An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

About the Candidate 

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

• Enthusiastic about making a difference


• Good interpersonal communication and teamwork skills


• Reliable, committed, and punctual


• Have a passion for supporting children with their learning and development

Qualifications Required:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential


• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential

Next steps & Pre-employment checks

• (Permitting you’re eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further.


• You will be required to complete an application form as part of Oasis Academy's safer recruitment process


• Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.

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