Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Supporting the care, learning and development of children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Working alongside experienced practitioners to plan and deliver engaging activities that promote children's development. Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues to create a welcoming and nurturing environment. Carrying out observations and contributing to children's learning journeys and next steps. Assisting with the preparation, cleanliness and organisation of nursery environments and resources. Supervising children's meals, routines and personal care while promoting independence and wellbeing. Participating in team meetings, training sessions, nursery events and parents' evenings. Working towards becoming a key person for a small group of children when appropriate. Adhering to Mama Bear's policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, equality and confidentiality.

Training:

The apprentice will study the Early Years Educator Level 3 course within a 40-hour week. This involves 6-hours a week of devoted in-house study time to complete the qualification. The rest of the time will be spent working as an Early Years Educator, gaining the experience of working in a dedicated nursery and using this to support the knowledge and understanding gained within the course. 

Training Outcome:

The successful candidate will complete the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard through Coastland College.

Training will include:

Dedicated off-the-job training during working hours. Regular support and reviews with an assessor from Coastland College. Development of knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work as an Early Years Educator. Paediatric First Aid training. Preparation for the End Point Assessment.

Upon successful completion, apprentices will achieve the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

Employer Description:

Mama Bear's Day Nursery is an award-winning family-run childcare provider with nurseries across the South West of England. Established in 2002, we are passionate about providing outstanding care and education for children from birth to five years.

We pride ourselves on creating nurturing, stimulating environments where children can flourish and where our staff feel valued, supported and encouraged to develop their careers. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Our new venture at Coastland College offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team with a fantastic reputation from the start of this new chapter.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday shift set e.g. 07:00 – 16:00 / 09:00 – 18:00.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience