Early Years Educator apprenticeship - Becontree Primary School

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Early Years Educator apprenticeship - Becontree Primary School 

Becontree Primary School are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a genuine passion for taking good care of children and working as part of team. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. Duties will include setting up activities for children aged 0-4 years, communicating with parents, tidying up etc.

Apprenticeship summary -

• Annual wage: £10,296
• Monday to Friday (shifts TBC) Term Time only. Total hours per week: 37.50
• Total hours per week: 37.5 hours a week
• Expected duration:  19 Months
• Website -  
• Address - Becontree Primary School, Stevens Rd, Dagenham RM8 2QR
  

What will the apprentice be doing?

• To work within the guidelines of the schools policies and procedures; have knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety 
• Knowledge of the EYFS
• To contribute to a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children in your area in conjunction with other staff
• To prepare and complete activities to suit each child’s stage of development
• To implement the Equality and Diversity Policy. To include having cultural awareness, encouraging diversity and celebrating festivals
• Enabling children to feel valued and treating each child as an individual
• To provide and sustain a stimulating, challenging, welcoming and safe environment
• You should be a good role model, have a warm, friendly and patient personality and be caring and sensitive to children’s needs
• To form a partnership with parents. Acknowledging and respecting the importance that parents/carers have in a child’s learning
• Parents must be involved in all aspects of their child’s education; all information must be shared and lines of communication are open at all times 
• To be professional. This means building trusting relationships with children, parents and staff
• You should demonstrate good listening skills, be open-minded and understanding. Above all, confidentiality is paramount
• To work as part of a team providing quality care and education. To be aware of your own skills and share knowledge with your colleagues
• Carry out your duties in line with the rest of the team and follow instructions from the Manager
• To attend staff meetings
• To promote the physical, social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, moral and cognitive development of each individual child
• To carry out the procedures for the daily routine. This includes demonstrating high levels of hygiene. Cleaning food preparation areas, bottles, sinks, toilets, toys and equipment. Laundering flannels, towels, bed/cot sheets, painting overalls, bibs etc.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard
• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Training will include paediatric first aid qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This is a great start to your career if you are looking to get into the sector.

Possible full-time employment on completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade A-C (4-9)) essential

Things to consider

• Daily commute to and from the place of work

• Closing date will be brought forward for the right candidate

• The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage

About the employer

Our Nursery Established in 1990, Playaway was set up to provide parents in the community with much needed day care for their children. Parents can rest assured that they are leaving their children in an environment where they will receive the care and attention they need to give them the best start in life.