This online qualification, is designed for those working in nurseries, children’s centres, pre-school playgroups and Early Years Reception classes at schools.
At Ebor Academy Trust we are committed to ensuring Early Years Educators are highly trained and effective; able to play a vital role in shaping a child’s future by creating healthy, safe and engaging environments tailored to each child’s needs, supporting their development through play, nurturing essential skills, and working closely with families and professionals to give every child the best start.
High Quality Training for the Sector by the Sector: Designed in accordance with the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) L3 Early Years Educator and written by a team of highly qualified and experienced Early Years Lead Professionals, our 18 month programme is comprehensive and industry-relevant.
Experienced Facilitators: Learn from highly experienced and qualified trainers who bring real-life sector experience to the classroom, providing invaluable insights and practical hands on knowledge.
Blended Learning Approach: Enjoy a mix of online and in-person learning opportunities, catering to different learning styles.
Live Teaching Sessions: Enjoy live, online workshops providing valuable opportunities for real-time interaction, discussion and feedback.
Mentorship: Benefit from one-to-one mentorship with experienced professionals, guiding you through your apprenticeship journey and providing personalised feedback to ensure your success.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with a community of like- minded individuals, creating valuable connections.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: facilitated through the programme.
NO COST: Apprenticeships are FREE to both employers and learners. The course is funded through the employer’s Apprenticeship Levy. Employers who do not pay into the levy, can get 95% of their apprenticeship training fees funded by the government.
What is required?
All Apprentices are required to spend 20% of their contracted working hours developing new knowledge skills and behaviours and as part of this requirement apprentices will spend one afternoon per week completely off the job. This is in order to attend live workshops and to develop a portfolio of evidence.
They will also need to complete planned and directed learning activities e.g. undertake research, self-directed learning activities. meet and shadow colleagues and complete evidence based tasks.
We work with employers and apprentices to create a training and development plan that works for both
employer and learner.
Entry requirements:
Apprentices will be required to hold at least 4 GCSEs (graded A* to C or 9 to 4).
Apprentices who do not hold L2 Qualifications in English and Maths may be required by their employer (otherwise encouraged) to work towards these during their apprenticeship.
Apprentices ideally work in the industry for a minimum of 25 contracted hours per week.
How to apply:
Email us at: apprenticeships@ebor.academy to register your interest and to start the application process.
L3 Early Years Educator – Zoe Hammill