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EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION TRAINING GROUP LTD

4 Balls Pond Road, Dalston Junction, Dagenham

Closes in 11 days (Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 7 January 2026

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Summary

This apprenticeship prepares learners to work effectively with children, young people and families who may be experiencing a range of social, emotional, educational or safeguarding challenges. Practitioners support positive outcomes by building trusting relationships, coordinating services, and promoting wellbeing and resilience.

Wage

£15,704 to £25,396.80, depending on your age

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Pay is reviewed on completion of the apprenticeship, with opportunities to progress to a higher salary or permanent role, subject to performance and organisational pay structures.

Training course
Children, young people and families practitioner (level 4)
Hours
Rota-based shifts including evenings and weekends.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 26 January 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

5

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Support children and young people through 1-to-1 and group work
  • Work with families to promote positive outcomes
  • Help assess needs and support plans
  • Promote safeguarding and well-being
  • Work with schools and partner agencies
  • Keep clear and accurate records
  • Follow policies, supervision and training requirements

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • 4 Balls Pond Road, Dalston Junction, N1 4AX
  • 143 Sterry Road, Dagenham, RM10 8QA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

EAST ESSEX VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Children, young people and families practitioner (level 4)

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Training schedule

  • Learn on-the-job in your workplace, with support from experienced staff
  • Complete a nationally recognised Level 4 apprenticeship
  • Spend one day per week in off-the-job learning (training sessions, workshops or online study)
  • Build a portfolio using your real work experiences
  • Receive regular supervision, coaching and feedback
  • Complete a final assessment through a work-based project and discussion

More training information

You’ll train with a specialist apprenticeship provider, learning on the job in your workplace and spending one day per week in off-the-job learning. Training includes workshops, online learning and ongoing support to help you build your skills and prepare for your final assessment.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

We’re looking for caring, reliable individuals with a genuine interest in supporting children and young people. You’ll be willing to work on a rota basis, build positive relationships, follow safeguarding procedures and complete required training. An enhanced DBS check is required.

About this employer

EET Group

Company benefits

We offer fully funded training, ongoing support, career progression, paid holidays, a pension and a great team environment.

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you’ll have the opportunity to progress into a permanent role, with increased pay, further training and clear pathways into senior or specialist positions, subject to performance and organisational requirements.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

EAST ESSEX VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007217.

Apply now

Closes in 11 days (Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 11:59pm)