Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Cherry Tree Hill Primary School 

Odyssey Collaborative Trust are looking to appoint an Apprentice Early Years Teaching Assistant at Cherry Tree Hill Primary School.  We have an exciting opportunity at Cherry Tree Hill Primary School for an Apprentice to complete a recognised Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification whilst also securing experience in working within a school nursery environment, having a real impact on children’s lives.

About the employer

Our school is a large primary (3 - 11 years old), set in spacious grounds two miles from Derby City Centre. Visitors to our school comment positively on our facilities and the stimulating environment.  We have a large Nursery setting, with three classes of Reception to Year Six.

About the Role

Key details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30m to 4pm (4.30pm on Wednesdays), 35 hours per week + Term-time only 


• Wage: £7.55 per hour


• Location: Lime Grove, Chaddeseden, Derby, DE21 6WL


• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Early Years Educator


• Duration: 18 months 

Overview of the role: 

Working as an Early Years Educator apprentice, you will provide support to teachers in preparing for group sessions and helping to create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all children. During the day, you’ll work together with the class teacher and other teaching assistants to support children in becoming independent learners. Excellent communication and enthusiasm will be key in supporting all children to progress, achieve and overcome any problems. You will support all areas of the curriculum and act as a role model for children which will enable you to have a positive influence on their behaviour and performance at school.

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise and support children to ensure their safety and access to learning opportunities


• Encourage children to become confident and independent learners


• Prepare classroom and outdoor areas to create engaging learning environments


• Support teaching staff in managing pupil behaviour and report any difficulties appropriately


• Assist children in understanding lesson instructions and tasks


• Support children with the school curriculum as directed by teaching staff


• Supervise children during playtimes and lunchtimes to promote safe and positive experiences


• Accompany teaching staff and children on visits, trips, and other out-of-school activities when appropriate


• Follow all policies and procedures relating to child protection, equality and diversity, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting concerns to the appropriate person


• Provide personal care support to pupils where necessary


• Assist in preparing resources, completing classroom paperwork, and contributing to school or class displays

Apprenticeship Summary:

• You will work towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification across a total duration of 18 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!

Candidate Requirements

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

• Confident in building and maintaining relationships with young children


• Works well with other people


• Willing and able to complete all learning and assessment requirements of the relevant framework


• Able to establish good working relationships with staff, pupils, parents and outside agencies


• Willingness to learn and to work effectively as part of a team


• Kind, caring, patient and calm


• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks set


• Able to work using own initiative


• Able to communicate effectively in spoken or written form


• Well organised


• Able to use ICT – Word processing, emails, internet


• Aware of Safeguarding when working with young people


• Basic knowledge of First Aid if possible


• Awareness of Health and Safety issues

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.


• 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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