Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Evercreech C of E Primary School, Shepton Mallet

Assisting with activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development Helping with tasks like feeding, nappy changing, and dressing. Fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow Maintaining a safe and secure environment for all children, including adhering to safeguarding procedures Interacting with children, communicating with parents and other staff members, and reporting any concerns To assist with the planning of the curriculum by providing safe, creative and appropriate educational opportunities for all children within an inclusive environment, preparing activities, organising programs and arranging equipment To act as a key person to a child, liaising closely with parents/carers to ensure their individual needs are met, and to be responsible for observations and record keeping relating to the progress and development of that child To encourage parental involvement and support through the development of effective working relationships To ensure that activities are carried out in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with statutory responsibilities, and to advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns over children, equipment etc. To follow all nursery and whole-school policies, including those regarding safeguarding and confidentiality To ensure that the pre-school offers the highest standards of physical and emotional care, health and safety, and personal and food hygiene at all times Working creatively with the child within the EY framework, as instructed by the Pre-school Manager Daily interaction with children to provide range of stimulating activities to promote all areas of learning Ensuring all children have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop Working with range of people including school staff, visiting professionals and agencies, parents, children and families, and visitors and student placements Work requires bending, kneeling and crouching for periods of time and may also involve lifting or holding children during planned activities, and changing nappies/toileting duties Significant elements of inside and outside work, including leading outdoor learning Understanding and being able to implement inclusive practices into the setting, to ensure all children have the opportunity to learn, interact and fulfil their potential Working with the Pre-school Manager to establish an appropriate safe and secure learning environment Promoting positive values, attitudes and good child behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encouraging children to take responsibility for their own behaviour Having a positive approach to continuous professional development To actively promote and support the safeguarding of children and young people in the workplace, ensuring Setting policies and procedures are observed at all times

Training:
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticship Standard Functional Skills in maths and English if not previously attained at GCSE Day release at SS&L Training Provider

Training Outcome:
Potential permanent position Training opportunities to progress to a further qualification Potential development opportunities within the Academy Trust

Employer Description:

Our school is nestled in the beautiful village of Evercreech where we are blessed with outdoor space and greenery for our children to thrive. We strive to provide opportunities for our pupils to flourish in a safe, nurturing and caring environment. The community is at the heart of everything we do, and our strong links with St.Peter's Church and our local community allow the children to develop as individuals and understand the core Christian values we promote.



Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 3.15pm (30 minutes lunch break) Term-time only.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness


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  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC
  • Posted: 26-Feb-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk