Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Charville Academy 

About the employer

At Charville Academy, we offer a broad and creative curriculum that is enriched with a variety of learning opportunities; it is our aim to challenge pupils in an engaging and challenging environment. Our staff provide inspiring lessons, motivating our children to be the best they can be. In 2023, Ofsted said “Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ achievement in all subjects. Over time, pupils develop skills successfully in communication, including listening well and debating different points of view maturely. They are well prepared for the next stages in their education.” 

About the Role

Key details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday (exact shifts tbc), 32.5 hours per week, Term-time only + 1 Training Day (38.2 weeks)
• Wage: £10.85
• Location: Bury Avenue, Hayes, Middlesex, UB4 8LF
• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Early Years Educator
• Duration: 19 months
• Start Date: September 2026

Overview of the role: 

The main purpose of this role is to offer children a safe, secure, caring and supportive environment, providing opportunities to foster their growth and development within the school. Support pupils in achieving daily targets, develop numeracy and literacy skills, attend to any additional learning needs. Support class teachers as directed

Key responsibilities: 

Support for the Pupils: 

• Be ready to receive pupils on arrival and after break or lunchtime
• Support individual pupils’ learning activities and additional learning needs
• Assist with the care and support of pupils, including those with SEND
• Contribute to the health and well-being of pupils
• Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils and groups
• Model appropriate behaviour for pupils
• Support pupils in achieving daily targets
• Support pupils’ individual learning and development, including cognitive and learning skills
• Help develop pupils’ literacy and numeracy skills to improve attainment across the curriculum

Support for the Teachers: 

• Prepare classroom resources and maintain pupil records
• Support behaviour management in the classroom and playground
• Assist with delivering the school curriculum, especially literacy and numeracy
• Provide support for learning activities
• Support the use of ICT in the classroom
• Help maintain a safe environment for pupils and staff
• Assist with classroom displays
• Provide routine administrative support
• Contribute to planning and evaluating learning activities
• Support teachers during planning meetings and help prepare lessons, resources, and classroom setups
• Assist in recording pupil progress

Apprenticeship Summary:

• You will work towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification across a total duration of 19 months!
• Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/ 
• All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
• An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

Candidate Requirements

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills 
• Ability to work upon own initiative
• Ability to manage time effectively
• To be thorough and pay attention to detail 
• Be productive and work with enthusiasm
• A calm and caring nature 
• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people 

Qualifications Required:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) - Essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4)  - Essential

Next steps & Pre-employment checks

• (Permitting you’re eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further.
• Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.