Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - St Matthews CofE primary school & Nursery

About the employer

St Matthew’s is a welcoming and inclusive Church of England school in West Bowling, Bradford. Our nursery provides a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 3–5, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and academically. We are a values-driven school with a strong sense of community, dedicated staff, and a child-centred approach to early education.

About the Role

Key details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.15am to 3.30pm, 38 hours per week, Term-time only 


• Wage: £7.55 per hour


• Location: Ivy House road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD5 8FG


• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Early Years Educator


• Duration: 19 months 

Overview of the role: 

The main purpose of this role is to offer children a safe, secure, caring and supportive environment, providing opportunities to foster their growth and development within the school. Support pupils in achieving daily targets, develop numeracy and literacy skills, attend to any additional learning needs. Support class teachers as directed

Key responsibilities: 

Support for the Pupils: 

• Be ready to receive pupils on arrival and after break or lunchtime


• Support individual pupils’ learning activities and additional learning needs


• Assist with the care and support of pupils, including those with SEND


• Contribute to the health and well-being of pupils


• Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils and groups


• Model appropriate behaviour for pupils


• Support pupils in achieving daily targets


• Support pupils’ individual learning and development, including cognitive and learning skills


• Help develop pupils’ literacy and numeracy skills to improve attainment across the curriculum

Support for the Teachers: 

• Prepare classroom resources and maintain pupil records


• Support behaviour management in the classroom and playground


• Assist with delivering the school curriculum, especially literacy and numeracy


• Provide support for learning activities


• Support the use of ICT in the classroom


• Help maintain a safe environment for pupils and staff


• Assist with classroom displays


• Provide routine administrative support


• Contribute to planning and evaluating learning activities


• Support teachers during planning meetings and help prepare lessons, resources, and classroom setups


• Assist in recording pupil progress

Support for the School: 

• Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and parents


• Attend weekly staff briefing meetings


• Contribute to pupil safety and security


• Engage in professional development and reflect on own practice


• Follow confidentiality, child protection, Health & Safety, and other school/MAT policies


• Administer first aid to pupils (after training)


• Support smooth transitions between educational phases


• Liaise with parents and external parties as required

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:

• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills


• Excellent teamwork skills 


• Ability to work upon own initiative


• Ability to manage time effectively


• To be thorough and pay attention to detail 


• Be productive and work with enthusiasm


• A calm and caring nature 


• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy


• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people 

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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