Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

We are seeking a caring and committed Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team where staff wellbeing is a high priority and everybody is valued. The successful candidate will work alongside the Early Years team to deliver high-quality care and education, in a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment.

What we offer:

Friendly, inclusive working environment with a strong team ethos Supportive leadership team who show appreciation for everybody’s contribution Opportunities for training and development Calm, well-resourced classrooms Free access to the Champion Health App providing a comprehensive range of health and wellbeing resources Opportunity to increase earnings through afterschool clubs

Key Responsibilities:

Support the delivery of high-quality early years education and care of children Provide attentive, age-appropriate care including support with toileting, dressing, and social routines Provide one-to-one or small group support as needed, including for those with additional needs Supervise and support children during indoor and outdoor activities, snack times, mealtimes, toileting and transitions Build warm, trusting relationships with children, helping them to settle and feel secure Promote children's personal, social, and emotional development through sensitive interactions Contribute to observations, assessments, and planning for next steps in learning Maintain a safe, hygienic, and welcoming classroom environment Work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with staff and families Follow all safeguarding, behaviour, and health & safety policies

Training:
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard Functional Skills in maths and English, if required Once a month sessions at Argyle Community Trust: Foulston Park You will have regular visits every 6 to 12 weeks from your designated assessor who will support, and monitor your progression throughout your apprenticeship As an additional qualification you will also achieve Emergency and Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene

Training Outcome:

The employer is very committed to staff development and training, and to assist the successful apprentice to progress through all their training, with a hopefully view to future employment for the right candidate.

Employer Description:

We are very proud to welcome you to Laira Green Primary School where our mission is simple: to create an inspired community of learners who are equipped with the skills, experience and confidence they need for a happy and successful future. Our core values: Be Kind, Be Determined, Be Proud, underpin everything that we do, from our broad and balanced curriculum, to our extensive extra-curricular club offer. Our highly skilled staff share a commitment to give every child the best possible start in life regardless of any obstacles they may face, through the highest quality teaching and learning.  We work closely with families and other professionals to ensure that our children receive the best possible care and support, enabling them to be the best that they can be and this is something that we are very proud of.

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday. Hours to be confirmed at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Firm and Consistent,Approachable and Friendly,Hopeful and Optimistic,Solution focused