Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship
CITY ROAD COMMUNITY CHILDCARE LTD · Sheffield, S3 8SL
Early years educator (level 3)
Planning and delivering a curriculum through play and educational activities. Supervising and leading others in the early years setting.
The work
- Planning and delivering a curriculum through play and educational activities
- Supervising and leading others in the early years setting
Training
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
On-the-Job Training:
- You will work in an early year's setting, applying what you are learning in a practical environment
Off-the-Job Study:
- You will undertake formal study through a college or training provider to gain the required knowledge
End-Point Assessment (EPA):
At the end of the apprenticeship, you will undergo an assessment to demonstrate your competence.
This typically includes:
Professional Discussion:
A discussion with an assessor, supported by a portfolio of evidence from your work
Knowledge Test:
- An assessment to test your theoretical knowledge
Practical Observation:
- An observation of your work with children
- Attend Monthly virtual masterclasses with other students doing the same apprenticeship and the skills coach
- Off the job training
- Assignments set that have to be recorded
Training provider: JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
What you come out with
- Early Years Educator
- Room Leader
- Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5
- Deputy Manager
What they are looking for
- 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
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English 4
- Essential · GCSE Maths 4
Things to consider
- You will be required to have an enhanced DBS check, for this role, with no unspent convictions. Patients, Empathy and understanding are required or this role
The employer
We provide an inclusive, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive. We celebrate individuality, embrace diversity, and work in partnership with parents and carers as children’s first educator. Together, we create a sense of community, where children actively participate in both family and community life.
Workplace
- Kelham Island Community Childcare, 16 Dun Street, Sheffield, S3 8SL