Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Thornham St James Church of England Primary School
CROMPTON HOUSE CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL · Royton Oldham, OL2 6XT
Early years educator (level 3)
The purpose of an early years educator apprentice is to create and maintain safe, and welcoming learning environments for the children. They are responsible to support in a group of Key Children with whom they will understand support and work with to provide fantastic learning opportunities
The work
- To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children
- To be aware of Thornham St James C of E Primary School policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to.
- To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with safeguarding, child protection and whistle-blowing policies
- To understand child to staff ratio’s and ensure that these are maintained at all times
- To reflect on practices and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day
- To plan and set up a range of interesting activities
- To lead observations and the for the children and lead activities followed by observations for the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively - including sharing information for when needed to get the children the appropriate level of support if needed
- To develop genuine bonds with key children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities
- To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life
Training
- Early Years Educator level 3 standard
- Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard
- Tutor support via online platform
Training provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED
What you come out with
- Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship
- Higher-level early years qualification available
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE Maths and English A-C (4-9) or equivalent
Things to consider
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The employer
At Thornham St James, we are a happy, welcoming, and successful school, and we are proud of our achievements. We boast a history of educational excellence, based on firmly embedded Christian Values, lived out by every member of our community.
Our vision of ‘Journeying Together, We Shine’ Matthew 5:16 is reflected in all we do, enabling all our community to flourish.
Workplace
- Thornham St James Church of England Primary School, Castleton Road, Royton Oldham, OL2 6XT