Early Years Educator Apprentice

Desired skills

A minimum of 3x Level 2 (GCSE 4-9/Functional Skills Level 2s) qualifications – including both Maths and English A-D/4-9 or equivalent.
A Childcare qualification or equivalent e.g., GCSE Childcare or Health & Social care would be desirable.

The following is desirable, or the candidate has the capacity to
complete relevant training provided on this to support the role.
• Paediatric First aid training
• Knowledge of the EYFS
• Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding requirements
relevant to the role
• Competent in using Microsoft office or 365
• Evidence of any Continuous Professional Development or training relevant to the role would be helpful

Personal qualities

The right candidate would most likely have;
? Interpersonal skills
? Effective communication skills
? Safety and preparedness
? Organisational skills
? Self-evaluative skills
? Competence in their ability
? The ability to work under stress
? Have patience
? Shows commitment

The right candidate would most likely be;
? Friendly
? Positive
? Patient
? Have a sense of humour
? Trustworthy
? Knowledgeable
? Energetic

Future prospects

There will also be the possibility of a permanent position available upon successful completion with an enhanced hourly rate.
Further in house qualifications including opportunities to develop additional qualifications.

Important Other Information

Before you can work with children at our setting, you will require the following.
? An enhanced disclosure (DBS) specific to our setting
? Suitability to work with children letter from Ofsted,
? We will also require you to complete an Ofsted approved paediatric first aid course preferably within 4 weeks of
approval and induction.