Early Years Educator Apprentice The Pre School Centre at the University of Cumbria

What you will do in your working day

Do you love being around children? Want to have fun whilst gaining qualifications and experience in the most rewarding career? Then this apprenticeship could be for you.

Our mission is to deliver the highest standards of care and education, while always striving for continuous improvement. We believe a quality start to our children’s education is most critical for developing the foundation of learning, behaviour and emotional well-being, which all influences later outcomes in school, work and society.

As an Apprentice you will be working in partnership with the setting to ensure:

• The daily running of the room
• Adhering to the policies and procedures of the setting and in compliance with the Children’s Act, Health and Safety Legislations and within the guidelines of Ofsted
• You will help to encourage children in the early stages of their education to develop their independence, self-reliance, initiative and problem-solving skills
• You will do this by working in a way that promotes inclusivity of all children by ensuring all have equal access to opportunities to learn, develop and reach their potential
• You will learn on the job and benefit from having qualified practitioners to mentor you and support you through your qualification

The training you will be getting

• Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
• Relevant training will be provided through Lancaster and Morecambe College in order to complete the programme
• Functional Skills may also have to be completed

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

• Potential position within the Nursery for the right candidate