About
Employer description
Founded in 1988, we have over 30 years' experience in care, education and preparing children for school. This history has enabled us to invest in our team, resources and environment to give children the best possible start. Our fantastic team of Educators and Teachers have achieved outstanding Ofsted judgements at all our eleven nursery schools.
Main description
The role of the Early Years Apprentice is to help ensure all children receive outstanding quality care and education and support families to thrive. Meeting the children’s individual needs, creating an enriched learning environment and working alongside the Nursery Leadership Team to implement and promote the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
You will be working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, helping support children’s play and nurture their development
You will be involved in organising activities, in the assessment and record keeping of children's learning and development and working in partnership with colleagues and parents
You will work alongside experienced early years educators, have a dedicated mentor and have the support of your fellow apprentices
Training to be provided
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SEYMOUR HOUSE LTD.
Your training course
Early years educator (level 3) Equal to A level
Your training plan
- Our aim is to help you achieve your Level 3 Early Years, (which includes: Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid. (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
- Or complete a first aid course delivered by one of the following types of organisations as per the EYFS requirements
- Functional skills in English and maths if required
- Voluntary aid society, member of trade body with an approval and monitoring system, or acknowledged by the Health and Safety Executive), giving you qualified Early Years Educator status within 12 months
- From here, it is possible to specialise in areas such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language or become the manager of one of our day nursery schools. The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Honours Degree in Early Years Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)
- On and off-the-job training and location to be confirmed
Entry Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in: English Literature and / or Language (grade at least C / grade 4)
Maths (grade at least C / grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Future prospects
We will support you to achieve your level 3 Early Years, giving you qualified Early Years Educator status.
From here, you can develop your career at Seymour House, opting for a managerial route or you can specialise in areas that excite you such as; special educational needs, disability, speech and language.
The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership
Honours Degree in Early Years
Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 27/12/2024
Salary
£21,000 a year
Location
This job is located in Colchester, Essex
More Information and How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
