Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

The broad purpose of the occupation is to work and interact directly with children on a day-today basis supporting the planning of and delivery of activities, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes within the ethos of the setting.

An EYP works as part of a professional team ensuring the welfare and care for children under the guidance and supervision of an Early Years Educator, teacher or other suitably qualified professional the Early Years Workforce.

In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with parents, children, colleagues and wider multi agency professionals and partners such as health visitors, social workers and speech and language therapists.

Individuals will undergo all checks as per the EYFS requirements to ensure suitability to work with children. Due to the nature and level of responsibility it is not anticipated that the role would have any budgetary or leadership responsibilities.

The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:

• Working in partnership with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures

• Using play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices

• Carrying out self-reflection and using continuous professional development opportunities to improve practice

• Undertaking specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting

• Communicating and engaging with children to support their learning and development

• Supporting the wellbeing of all children including those with additional needs and disabilities.

• Contributing to the planning and organising of activities and children’s individual experiences which will support and extend the children’s learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage

Benefits for learners:

• Receive training from experts with years of industry experience

• Become occupationally competent

• Build a strong foundation for a career in the early years care sector

Components:

• Functional Skills English andmathematics Level 1, working towards Level 2