Early Years Specialist Apprenticeship
EXCEL CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD
LONDON (SE22 0RS)
Closes on Tuesday 3 June 2025
Posted on 3 April 2025
Contents
Summary
•Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0-5. •You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years •Your apprenticeship will last for 14 months •This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful.
- Wage
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£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Hours
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Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using own initiative are essential. The average working week will be 30 plus hours, Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 17 June 2025
- Duration
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1 year 2 months
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
- Creating fun, engaging and safe environment for the children.
- Teaching within the EYFS requirements
- Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities.
- Supporting the children with a range of self-care needs such as feeding and personal hygiene.
- Communicating with other team members and parents.
- Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0–5.
- Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, and provide a high level of service for the childcare setting.
Where you’ll work
96 FOREST HILL ROAD
EAST DULWICH
LONDON
SE22 0RS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
SWIFT ACI
Your training course
Early years educator (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
- Recognise when a child or a colleague is in danger or at risk of abuse and act to protect them in line with safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Apply legislation, policy and procedure to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of children in the setting (for example, food safety, diets, starting solid food, allergies, COSHH, and accidents, injuries, and emergencies).
- Apply the principles of risk assessment and risk management within documentation and practice.
- Teach children to develop skills to manage risk and maintain their own and others safety.
- Use a range of communication methods, including technology, with other professionals to meet the individual needs of the child.
- Develop and maintain effective professional, collaborative relationships with others involved in the education and care of the child.
- Undertake the role and responsibilities of key person.
- Recognise and apply theories of attachment to develop effective relationships with children.
- Provide sensitive and respectful personal care for children from birth to 5 years.
- Advocate for all children’s needs, including children which require SEND or EAL support.
- Promote and facilitate children’s interpersonal communication to develop their social interactions and relationships.
- Support children to develop a positive sense of their own identity and culture.
- Support children to understand and respond to their emotions and make considered choices about their behaviours.
- Assess the responsiveness of the environment for effective child-centred experiences in line with curriculum requirements.
- Create inclusive, child-centred, dynamic, innovative, and evolving physical environments both indoors and outdoors.
- Create inclusive and supportive emotional environment that enables the child to feel safe, secure, respected and experience a sense of wellbeing; maintaining and prioritising the individual child’s voice.
- Apply strategies that support children’s ability to manage change, transition, and significant events.
- Analyse observation evidence to assess and plan holistic individual learning based on a comprehensive understanding of the child’s needs and interests.
- Facilitate and support child-centred opportunities and experiences based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Provide adult led opportunities and experience based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Use reflection to develop themselves both professionally and personally.
- Recognise when a child or a colleague is in danger or at risk of abuse and act to protect them in line with safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Apply legislation, policy and procedure to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of children in the setting (for example, food safety, diets, starting solid food, allergies, COSHH, and accidents, injuries, and emergencies).
- Apply the principles of risk assessment and risk management within documentation and practice.
- Teach children to develop skills to manage risk and maintain their own and others safety.
- Use a range of communication methods, including technology, with other professionals to meet the individual needs of the child.
- Develop and maintain effective professional, collaborative relationships with others involved in the education and care of the child.
- Undertake the role and responsibilities of key person.
- Recognise and apply theories of attachment to develop effective relationships with children.
- Provide sensitive and respectful personal care for children from birth to 5 years.
- Advocate for all children’s needs, including children which require SEND or EAL support.
- Promote and facilitate children’s interpersonal communication to develop their social interactions and relationships.
- Support children to develop a positive sense of their own identity and culture.
- Support children to understand and respond to their emotions and make considered choices about their behaviours.
- Assess the responsiveness of the environment for effective child-centred experiences in line with curriculum requirements.
- Create inclusive, child-centred, dynamic, innovative, and evolving physical environments both indoors and outdoors.
- Create inclusive and supportive emotional environment that enables the child to feel safe, secure, respected and experience a sense of wellbeing; maintaining and prioritising the individual child’s voice.
- Apply strategies that support children’s ability to manage change, transition, and significant events.
- Analyse observation evidence to assess and plan holistic individual learning based on a comprehensive understanding of the child’s needs and interests.
- Facilitate and support child-centred opportunities and experiences based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Provide adult led opportunities and experience based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Use reflection to develop themselves both professionally and personally.
Your training plan
- You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years
- Your apprenticeship will last for 14 months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff within the nursery.
- This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful.
- This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles & career paths within the childcare sector.
- Training will take place in the workplace.
- You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 1 day a week for the first 8 weeks of your 14-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.
- You will complete a qualification in paediatric first aid
More training information
- Apprenticeship is 14 months in duration.
- Working in a nursery setting full time, min 30hrs a week.
- Attending online group classroom session 1 day a week for the first 8 weeks.
- Updating online portfolio in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
- Training Schedule will be communicated once Candidate is successful.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths & English (grade C/4 or above)
Other in:
- Maths & English (grade Level 2)
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
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
You will need to attend online training with your Tutor for 1 day a week for the first 8 weeks of the apprenticeship. A laptop/PC will be essential for your online classroom-based learning. You will be working the remainder of the time within the nursery with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor and the staff in the nursery. Vacancy Description: • Supporting the development of the childcare provision. • Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures the child learns whilst having fun. • Assisting in meeting Ofsted requirements. • Being a team player. • Providing challenging and stimulating activities for children appropriately. Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery. • Supporting children’s learning and development. • Supporting children’s self-help needs. • Being creative and enthusiastic. • Following safeguarding rules and regulations.
About this company
Our Nursery: At Excel Child Care, we believe in cultivating a warm and stimulating environment for your little ones to blossom. Our dedicated team is committed to providing quality care and fostering a love for learning in each child. From cozy corners for quiet discoveries to lively spaces that spark creativity, our nursery is designed to inspire and support every child's unique journey. About Us About Excel Child Care Services Welcome to Excel Child Care Services, a warm and welcoming nursery where little dreams take flight in the heart of Dulwich, South East London! Situated in a lively and caring community, our nursery is more than just a childcare setting—it’s a nurturing home-from-home where children grow, laugh, and explore endless possibilities. Join us in creating memorable moments and laying the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity and joy at Excel Child Care Services in beautiful Dulwich. Because here, every child's potential shines bright Outdoor Play Step into our charming outdoor nursery garden, a hidden treasure where young children can explore and thrive. Thoughtfully designed with care, it provides a safe and welcoming space for nature-inspired play and discovery. Surrounded by blooming flowers and engaging play areas, our garden fosters curiosity and creativity, offering unforgettable moments in the heart of the great outdoors. Bespoke Readiness Program At our nursery, we lay the foundations for a smooth transition to school life. With the support of our dedicated educators and engaging activities, your child develops the skills and confidence needed for a happy and successful start to their school journey. Parent Partnerships We build strong partnerships and actively engage with parents to support each child's learning and development. By nurturing positive relationships and maintaining open communication, we ensure a deep understanding of parental needs through teamwork and shared collaboration. Balanced Meals Our in-house chef is the magic behind the delicious meals that keep your little one energised throughout the day. With a passion for nutrition and a knack for creating tasty, child-friendly dishes, they prepare wholesome, balanced menus that young appetites will love.
After this apprenticeship
Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for :
- Room Leader positions
- Possible management training
- Springboard into primary education
- Paediatric nursing
- Continuous development in current nursery setting
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SWIFT ACI
Stuart Beer
sb@swiftcc.co.uk
07875 009366
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313639.
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Closes on Tuesday 3 June 2025
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