Level 3 Early Years Apprentice KEA PRE SCHOOL

Kea Pre-School is offering an exciting opportunity for a hardworking and motivated person to join their team as an Early Years Educator Apprentice. You will be working in our team to discover the world of Early Years Education and will learn and develop in the role.

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Closing date: 14 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,984.00

    Paid Bank Holidays

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    The pre-school operates from 7.45am -6pm Term Time only. Hours to be negotiated at interview. Various shifts available. Monday -Friday including college day.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    15 May 2024

  • Date posted

    25 Jan 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000225541

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Work towards becoming a key person
  • Support and learn from qualified practitioners to create an enriched environment to support the children’s learning
  • Become familiar with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
  • Support the staff to ensure the preschool is clean and tidy whilst promoting good health and hygiene for all children
  • Ensure you become fully aware of safeguarding requirements and follow the policies and procedures of the setting
  • Ensure children are well cared for and happy at all times
  • Work towards becoming a key person
  • Support and learn from qualified practitioners to create an enriched environment to support the children’s learning
  • Become familiar with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
  • Support the staff to ensure the preschool is clean and tidy whilst promoting good health and hygiene for all children
  • Ensure you become fully aware of safeguarding requirements and follow the policies and procedures of the setting
  • Ensure children are well cared for and happy at all times

The training you will be getting

  • Apprenticeship Standard: L3 Early Years Apprenticeship
  • Mandatory Qualifications (e.g. First Aid): Paediatric First Aid
  • Structure of college delivery (e.g. day or block release): Day release – Tuesday St Austell, Wednesday Camborne
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

There is a progression route available and many roles an apprentice can undertake when qualified (Seniors, SENDCO roles, room leaders etc).

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Desired

Things to consider

A rural location with a bus stop within walking distance (transport links nearby) Car parking available Uniform provided (hoodie and t-shirt)

About the employer

• We are a pre-school for children from the age of 2 years. We provide wraparound care (breakfast and after school for children up to the age of 11). • We are a Forest School and offer Sports 4 Tots, Kidslingo activities and more throughout the week. • We are a family feel pre-school who has the children’s at the heart of everything. Staff follow the children’s interests to ensure they reach for the stars. • We cover Kea and the surrounding area.

Employer

KEA PRE SCHOOL

Address

KEA

TRURO

TR3 6AY

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Training

Training provider

CORNWALL COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Holly

01209616452

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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