A fantastic opportunity has arisen with Avondale primary School, Durham Road, Darwen, BB3 1NN.
Are you passionate about working with young children? Do you want to gain a recognised qualification while making a real difference every day?
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Apprentice Early Years Educator to join our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team at Avondale Primary School. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to start a rewarding career in education while working towards a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.
At Avondale Primary School, we are committed to providing high-quality, creative learning experiences that support the development of the whole child. As part of our supportive and experienced Early Years team, you will help create a safe, happy and engaging environment where children can develop socially, emotionally and academically.
In this role, you will support the learning and development of Reception children (aged 4–5) at a crucial stage of their education. Working under the guidance of qualified staff, you will assist with learning activities, work with individuals or small groups of children, and help build positive relationships that support pupils in completing structured learning tasks and developing key skills.
You will be joining a highly supportive team of experienced practitioners who are committed to staff development and professional growth. We strive to help all staff reach their full potential while maintaining a high standard of care, learning and wellbeing for our children.
If you are looking to gain valuable experience, achieve a recognised qualification, and make a real difference in children’s lives every day, we would love to hear from you.
This role will involve:
- Supporting the day-to-day care and learning of children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Assisting with the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities, including working with individual pupils and small groups.
- Helping to develop pupils’ key skills to support their learning and development.
- Supporting the preparation and organisation of learning resources and classroom materials.
- Helping to maintain a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment.
- Assisting with the supervision of pupils during classroom and school activities.
- Supporting children with personal care routines, including feeding and toileting where required.
- Assisting with monitoring and recording pupils’ progress and developmental needs.
- Observing children’s development and contributing to learning records and assessments.
- Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Following all safeguarding, health and safety, and whole-school policies and procedures.
- Working towards the relevant apprenticeship framework and completing training and coursework within required timescales.
- Undertaking duties associated with the role of a Teaching Assistant to support ongoing training and development.
- Completing a minimum of 6 hours per week dedicated to apprenticeship training and study
Working Hours
34 hours per week
· Monday – 8:30 – 4:30pm one week/ 5pm alternate week (30mins lunch break)
· Tuesday - 8:30 – 3:30pm (30mins lunch break)
· Wednesday - 8:30 – 4pm (30mins lunch break)
· Thursday - 8:30 – 3:30pm (30mins lunch break)
· Friday - 8:30 – 3:30pm (30mins lunch break)
Skills Required
- Communication Skills
- Patience
- Adaptability
- Organisation
- Empathy
- Teamwork
- Creativity
Personal Qualities
- Demonstrates a caring and patient nature, consistently showing empathy towards young children.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build trust with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Highly adaptable and resilient, able to respond positively to an ever-changing early years environment.
- A creative thinker who values the contribution of play to young children's development.
- Able to use own initiative and work effectively as part of a dedicated EYFS team.
- Maintains a calm, supportive approach when guiding pupil behaviour and emotional well-be
Qualifications Required
English and Maths at Grade 4/C or Functional Skills at Level 2 as a minimum
Minimum Level 2 in Childcare
Benefits of working with the company
- A supportive and experienced school team
- A structured apprenticeship programme with mentoring
- Opportunities for professional development
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- The opportunity to build a long-term career in education
Future Prospects
Potential Permanent position on completion of apprenticeship
Apprenticeship or Advanced Apprenticeship
Advanced Apprenticeship
Proposed Duration
Level 3 – 20 months
Training to be Provided
Level 3 Early Years Educator
Contact
Apprenticeship Team
01254 292500
Apprenticeships@blackburn.ac.uk
