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Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
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Early Years Educator Apprenticeship at Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
Are you passionate about supporting young children and helping them develop a lifelong love of learning? Our Early Years Educator Apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a primary school setting while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School is a one-form-entry Outstanding Catholic primary school in the heart of West London, serving children from Nursery through to Year 6. The school prides itself on its inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.
Apprenticeship Overview:
- Salary: £8.00 per hour, automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds
- Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm (45 minute lunch break)
- Hours: 32.5 hours per week
- Duration: 18 months
- Qualification: Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard qualification
- Training: Online training supported by our dedicated tutor
- Location: Gayford Road, Shepherds Bush, London, W12 9BY
- Website: https://www.goodshepherdrc.lbhf.sch.uk
As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will:
- Support children aged 3 to 5 in their learning, development and well-being within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Help create a safe, stimulating, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
- Assist in planning and delivering engaging activities that support children's development across all areas of learning
- Encourage children's communication, language, social and emotional development through meaningful interactions and play-based learning
- Observe, assess and record children's progress under the guidance of experienced practitioners and teachers
- Support children in developing independence, confidence, resilience and positive behaviour
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Assist in preparing learning resources and maintaining an organised learning environment
- Support children with additional needs to ensure they are fully included in all activities
- Uphold safeguarding, health and safety policies and procedures at all times
- Contribute to the school's Catholic ethos and values through kindness, respect and inclusion
- Take part in training, mentoring and professional development opportunities throughout the apprenticeship
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Qualifications:
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above desirable
Skills and Personal Qualities:
- Genuine passion for working with young children
- Caring, patient and nurturing approach
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn
- Positive attitude and willingness to take initiative
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- High aspirations for all children regardless of background or ability
- Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
- Ability to support and promote the school's Catholic ethos and values
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Training and Qualification
The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard qualification. Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship programme. Depending on the apprentice's needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary.
Career Progression
Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Pre-employment Checks
Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider, Matrix Screening. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. An Enhanced DBS check with Child Barred List check will be required for this role.
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