Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Forest Lodge Academy 

About the Role

Key details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4pm, 32.5 hours per week, Term-time only 


• Wage: £7.55 per hour


• Location: Charnor Road, Leicester, LE3 8SD


• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Early Years Educator


• Duration: 18 months 

Overview of the role: 

We are looking for an Early Years Educator Apprentice (Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification with LMP, our Apprenticeship Provider) to join our happy friendly community where children enjoy all aspects of school life. The available opening is for a full apprenticeship and combines the opportunity of paid work with a formal training programme.

We are a highly motivated and committed team, eager to find personnel who want to achieve the highest standards in terms of learning opportunities and progress in all pupils. This is a varied role, the successful candidate must be flexible, show initiative and be able to adapt to the needs of individual and groups of pupils, including those with SEND needs.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support the learning and development of children in the Early Years setting, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.


• Assist in planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and independence.


• Contribute to creating a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where all children feel valued and included.


• Work closely with teachers and early years staff to support both individual children and small groups, including those with SEND.


• Help with the observation, assessment, and recording of children’s progress, contributing to their individual learning journeys.


• Promote positive behaviour and model high expectations of conduct and respect.


• Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety procedures are consistently followed.


• Assist with daily routines such as snack times, lunchtimes, and personal care when required.


• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues to support children’s well-being and development.


• Actively participate in training, mentoring, and reflective practice to support your professional growth and completion of the apprenticeship programme.

Apprenticeship Summary:

As an apprentice you will be in a role where you will learn valuable experiences through on-the-job training. You will be provided with hands on experiences needed to gain the qualification. A mentor will be assigned and you will work alongside an experienced team of colleagues who will supervise and guide you throughout your apprenticeship.

• 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:

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written


• Good organisational skills


• The dedication and drive to improve the education of all pupils.


• A passion for teaching and learning and will nurture and inspire our pupils in a kind and caring manner


• Have some knowledge or experience of SEND pupil needs


• Resilience and flexibility of adapting to a variety of situations in a timely manner


• A good ability of using relevant technology / equipment


• Ability to work as a team effectively


• Dedicated to undertake relevant training as necessary to complete qualifications and statutory procedures
  

Qualifications Required:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) - Essential


• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4)  - Essential
  

About the employer

Forest Lodge Academy is a happy and friendly community school where children enjoy all aspects of school life. We have a passionate team who are committed to providing the highest standards of education for all our learners

Would you like to have the opportunity to be part of a fabulous team and work in a vibrant school where:

• There is strong teamwork and clear leadership committed to do whatever it takes to improve pupil progress


• There are high quality care and safeguarding arrangements


• There re high quality care and safeguarding arrangements


• There is a positive climate where pupils are happy and enjoy their learning


• There is a support and commitment to continued professional development

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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