Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship – Ark Start Oval (East Croydon) We are currently seeking to recruit an hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our team who is also passionate about early years. As a Early Years Apprentice you will focus on high quality affordable childcare from 9 months - 5 years of age. Key Details Salary: £15,000 per year Working hours: Monday – Friday 09:00am – 17:00pm. 37.5 hours per week. Location: 98 Cherry Orchard Road, Croydon, CR0 6BA Apprenticeship Details – 19 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Early Years Practitioner Level 3 Apprenticeship. (All learning is delivered online/ remote). Training Provider: LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider) You will support development of children within their room through assessing children's development, setting up provision and interacting with children while supporting parents. Your day to day duties will include: Planning and preparing activities: You will plan and prepare developmentally appropriate activities and experiences that promote children’s learning and development. These might include art and craft activities, sensory play, and outdoor exploration. Providing care: You will be responsible for the personal care needs of young children, such as feeding, changing, and toileting. You will also ensure that children are safe, healthy and happy. Supporting learning: You will create a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages children’s curiosity and exploration. You will observe children’s play and interactions, and provide support and guidance to help them learn and develop. Working with families: You will work closely with families to support children’s development and wellbeing. You will communicate regularly with families, sharing information about children’s progress and needs, and working collaboratively to support their ongoing learning and development. Record keeping: You will maintain accurate records of children’s progress and activities, using this information to inform planning and support children’s ongoing development. Desired skills & Personal qualities: Enthusiastic about making a difference Good interpersonal communication and teamwork skills Reliable, committed, and punctual Have a passion for supporting children with their learning and development Desired qualifications: DBS must be completed About the Employer Ark Start is part of Ark, an education charity and Multi-Academy Trust, running primary and secondary schools in London, Birmingham, Hastings and Portsmouth. Being part of a large education charity helps us provide our children with the best possible education by ensuring we have excellent training opportunities for staff and that our provision is preparing children to start primary school happily and confidently. Explore our network of 39 schools in Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth. LMPEYE