Course overview
In Short
This occupation is found in a range of maintained and private, voluntary, and independent settings such as full day care, children’scentres, pre-schools, reception classes, playgroups, nursery schools, home based provision, hospitals, social care settings, out of school environments, and local authority provision.The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide high quality early education and care to children. Through an evidence-based approach, they provide opportunities and learning experiences for all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Early years educators follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by government for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 in both indoor and outdoor environments.In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with children, parents, carers, colleagues, and wider multi agency professionals such as health visitors, early help services, social workers, and speech and language therapists. This includes supporting children with SEND. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for children’slearning. They ensure that the learning environment and provision is inclusive and supports all children, and demonstrate a clear understand of equality, diversity, and inclusion.An Early Years Educator will teach and facilitate children’slearning play. They apply the observation, assessment, and planning cycle to support progress and children’sdevelopment. An Early Years Educator will act as the key person for one or more children within their setting. They may play a leadership role within the setting or may act under the supervision of a manager.
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Course Description
This occupation is found in a range of maintained and private, voluntary, and independent settings such as full day care, children’scentres, pre-schools, reception classes, playgroups, nursery schools, home based provision, hospitals, social care settings, out of school environments, and local authority provision.Work placement must be in-situ before the apprenticeship starts. You must work a minimum of 30 hours per week. This apprenticeships is self-directed and no college attendance is required.
Progression
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner