Summary
On-the-job training as an Early Years Educator Apprentice, supporting the children between the ages of 0 and 5 years old. If you are a qualified Early Years Practitioner with a Level 2 qualification, this would be your next level in progression to be Qualified as an Early Years Educator with a Level 3 qualification.
What you will do at work
- Supports and delivers care and education for young children (0-5), participating in activities like crafts, music, and outdoor play, helping with personal care (feeding, changing)
- Observing children’s development
- Maintaining a safe environment
- Building parent partnerships, and completing academic coursework alongside practical training to meet EYFS standards
Training
- On-the-job training, you will be taught by your manager and other qualified early years staff within the setting
- Monthly online virtual masterclasses with the training provider and other students doing the same qualification
Requirements and skills
Skills
- 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
- GCSE English (4) – essential
- Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Early Years (Level 2) – desired
About this employer
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Granby Nurseries offer childcare services and facilities in the Rotherham and Worksop areas
We are a family business providing quality childcare in a happy and friendly environment and continue to build on our excellent reputation. Your child will receive nursery care and education of the highest quality to enable them to reach their full potential.Our staff pride themselves on their excellent relationships with children, parents and carers.
After this apprenticeship
- Fully Qualified Early Years Educator
- Could then progress to be a room leader
- Level 5 early years as a manager or deputy
Things to consider
- Would be required to pass an enhanced DBS check
- Be patient and understanding for the needs of children
- Be committed to completing the apprenticeship with a passion and vision for a career in Early Years