Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

The apprentice will be working at Little Acorns Nursery within White Court School.

Key responsibilities include:

Support the planning and delivery of high‑quality early years education and care in line with the EYFS framework Assist in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for all children Contribute to children’s learning journeys, observing and recording their progress Help plan and deliver age‑appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development Support children’s personal care routines, including meals, toileting, and hygiene Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and team members Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and equality policies at all times Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities Maintain confidentiality and professionalism within the setting Work closely with the nursery team to meet the individual needs of each child

Training:
Early Years Educator Level 3 Training will include paediatric first aid qualification

Training Outcome:

Gaining a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) can open up a solid range of career and progression opportunities in childcare and education.

With Level 3 EYFS, you’re considered a qualified practitioner, which means you can work in roles like:

Nursery practitioner Preschool worker Teaching assistant (especially in reception classes) Childminder (with registration) Playworker (after-school clubs, holiday schemes)

Employers often require level 3 for these roles, so it significantly improves your employability.

Employer Description:

White Court School is a 3-form entry School with over 600 children including Little Acorns Nursery.

Working Hours :
8:00am - 4:00pm, Wednesday to Friday. This includes 5-6 hours off-the-job training time (e.g. online classes, shadowing, coursework).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Sense of Humour,Flexible,Adaptable,Good Time Management,Honest,Respectful,Nurturing,Reliable,Enthusiasm