Job Description

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Summary

We are looking for an early year's educator apprentice to support across our reception class and preschool. You will work hard to make sure that school values are underpinned in all aspects of learning. Support in developmentally appropriate activities for all children within our early years at Charing, in both our indoor and outdoor environments.

Annual wage 11,778 a year: Please note that this is a term time only role so you will receive a pro-rata amount of the advertised annual salary

Training course: Early years educator

Hours between 8:30-3:30 Monday to Friday, term time only, 30 hours a week hours a week

Possible start date: 1st December 2025

Duration: 18 Months

What you'll do at work

We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, kind, excitable and nurturing nature to join our team.

Provide play/learning activities for children under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified mentor Supervise individuals and small groups of children throughout the day, including supervision in the classroom, playground and dining areas Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and contribute to maintaining a safe environment Record basic pupil data Support children's learning through play Assist with children's personal needs including toileting, hygiene, dressing and eating, as well as help with social, welfare and health matters; reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate. Physically assist pupils in activities (may involve lifting, where mobility is an issue) Undertake day to day pre-school duties to ensure high standards of care and education are maintained Adhere to the school and nursery policies and procedures
Once competent, fully trained and confident:

Be a key worker at the pre-school and establish informal relationships with parents and carers of the children to ensure they are engaged in the child's education and development

Your training plan

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard Paediatric First Aid Functional Skills in English and maths at level 2 if required Work based and tutor supported online training Preparation for End Point Assessment https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/early-years-educator-v1-5

Desired qualifications

GCSE English and maths (Grade A to C or 9 to 4) desirable
Other (Any level 2 qualification) Childcare (Grade Pass or GCSE 9 to 4 or A to C) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Team working Positive attitude Kind & caring nature Hardworking Keen to learn Keen to get involved

Other requirements

NB: We will consider offering you the level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship if you do not have an existing level 2 childcare qualification and/or no signifcant work experience. Also, if you have low grades in English and maths and no childcare qualifcations or experience we will offer the same. So please do still apply if you do not have the desired qualifcations for the level 3 apprenticeship.

About this company

A growing half-form village primary school on the outskirts of Ashford. Charing Primary School is a growing half-form entry Church of England Primary School and a member of Aquila, The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust. We work closely with our community and aspire for the school to be key part of the village; with the school being the school of choice in the local area. We have a strong early year's team, and our early years classroom has their own, purpose-built outside learning environment. Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children.

After this apprenticeship

Potential job opportunity within the early years team on completion of apprenticeship.

Job Types: Part-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 7.55 per hour

Work Location: In person