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Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Assist in planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Promote learning through play in line with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework Create a safe and stimulating environment Help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming learning spaces Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times Observe and monitor children's progress Record observations and contribute to assessments and development plans Share relevant information with senior staff and parents as needed Promote positive behaviour and social skills Encourage kindness, sharing, and respectful behaviour Use positive reinforcement and model appropriate conduct Assist with daily routines Support children during mealtimes, toileting, dressing, and nap times Help establish consistent routines for comfort and stability Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents Communicate effectively with team members, children, and families Participate in staff meetings and training sessions Maintain confidentiality and professionalism Handle sensitive information with discretion and follow data protection policies Follow nursery/setting policies and procedures Adhere to guidelines for safeguarding, equality, inclusion, and diversity Support in ensuring the setting meets regulatory and quality standards NextStep Training will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day. Training:As an apprentice, you'll receive regular training alongside your job to help you develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed for your role. At least 20% of your working hours will be dedicated to off-the-job training, which includes study time, workshops, and learning activities. You'll be working to complete the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which will include any required Functional Skills in English and maths. Training is delivered either online or in person at our training centre in Hackney, offering flexibility to suit your needs. You'll be supported by experienced tutors and assessors throughout your apprenticeship, ensuring you stay on track and successfully complete your qualification. Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.Training Outcome:Completing a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship opens the door to a wide range of opportunities in the Early Years sector. With this qualification, individuals become fully qualified practitioners, capable of working independently with children in nurseries, preschools, and reception classes. As they gain experience, they may progress into more senior roles such as: Senior Practitioner or Room Leader - overseeing a team within a room, leading planning and observation, and supporting less experienced colleagues Deputy Nursery Manager - supporting the nursery manager in daily operations, compliance, safeguarding, and staff development Nursery Manager - leading the entire nursery setting, ensuring high standards of care and education, team performance, and regulatory compliance To support continued growth, NextStep Training offers the following advanced qualifications within Early Years. Level 4 Early Years Advanced Practitioner: Ideal for those who want to specialise in areas such as SEND, safeguarding, or early language development. This course enhances practice and supports progression into leadership Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner: Designed for experienced practitioners ready to take on leadership roles within their settings. It focuses on leading day-to-day practice, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategy and curriculum development Both qualifications can be delivered flexibly, either online or in-person, and include dedicated support from our experienced tutors and safeguarding officers. Further progression can include: Moving into school-based roles such as Teaching Assistant or SEND Support Becoming a Trainer, Assessor, or Mentor for apprentices Pursuing a Foundation Degree or BA in Early Childhood Studies, leading towards Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Our structured training and support ensure that every apprentice has a clear and achievable pathway to long-term success in the Early Years sector Employer Description:Next Step Training Ltd is an apprenticeship and skills training provider, funded by the Department for Education, delivering apprenticeships in London and across England. We have been in operation since 2012 and during this time have built an established reputation as a reliable and employer-led training provider. We work together with employers and individual learners to design and deliver training programmes that meets both learners and their employers’ needs. Our goal of is to empower as many individuals as possible to reach their full potential, helping them on their journey to find meaningful career that is rewarding. We help to empower businesses with industry-expert staff so they can provide the very best learning experience to their workforce to perform better.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 6:30am - 6:00pm. No weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness ....Read more...

Administration Apprentice (Business & Finance)

General Administration Provide general administrative support to staff and departments across the school.  Act as a point of contact for staff, students, parents, and visitors, dealing with enquiries professionally both in person and by phone or email. Support reception and front office duties, including signing in visitors (ensuring safeguarding processes are followed), answering phones, and handling mail. Prepare and distribute letters, reports, forms, and newsletters using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Maintain and update school records (manual and digital), including student data, attendance records, and filing systems. Help with data entry and maintaining the school’s management information system (MIS). Assist with attendance monitoring and reporting. Assist with the organisation of meetings and school events, including booking rooms and taking minutes. Liaise with teaching and support staff to ensure accurate and timely communication and record-keeping. Finance & Business Support Assist in processing purchase orders, invoices, and payment requests through the school’s finance system. Liaise with external suppliers and service providers regarding orders, deliveries, and queries. Help monitor income and expenditure for school trips, events, and departmental budgets. Support with petty cash handling, logging of receipts, and basic financial reporting. Assist in maintaining accurate records for stock control and asset management. Liaison & Communication Liaise with parents and carers regarding school payments, trips, and general enquiries. Work with external organisations such as suppliers, contractors, and local authorities, ensuring timely and accurate communication. Collaborate with internal departments (e.g. pastoral, curriculum, site staff) to support administrative and operational needs. Compliance & Policies Ensure compliance with school policies, particularly in relation to data protection, confidentiality, safeguarding, and health and safety. Handle sensitive information appropriately and in line with GDPR regulation Work co-operatively with, and in support of everyone at the school (including the work of other team members) by undertaking such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the post and level of responsibility. Review and develop own professional practice, undertaking training as required Develop good working relations with other colleagues and promote a positive impression of the support services in all circumstances, identifying areas for improvement. Help foster a positive culture by upholding the vision and aims of the school. Have due regard for data protection, confidentiality, child protection and health and safety policies. Work with pupils and staff in a courteous, caring and responsible manner. Work with visitors in such a way that it enhances the reputation of the school. Support the school in helping to prepare for external inspections (e.g. OFSTED).    Help protect the school environment by making sure working areas (including shared areas, stockrooms and workstations) are tidy, clutter free and safe to use. As a user of the school’s network, you must comply with the school’s IT policy and social media policy and understand that the school may monitor your emails and internet activity. Requests to take time in lieu during term time will be treated on an individual basis and must fit with the needs of the school. Training: Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard St Peter’s Catholic High School. Training Outcome:Permanent Role: If you perform well and there’s a vacancy, you may be offered a full-time admin assistant or finance/admin officer role. Further Training: You could move on to a Level 3 or 4 apprenticeship in: Business Administration School Business Management Finance or Accounting (e.g. AAT) Transferable Experience: Even if there’s no role at the school, you’ll have gained: Valuable admin experience A recognised qualification Strong references to help you apply elsewhereEmployer Description:St. Peter’s is a successful and oversubscribed 11-16 Catholic Secondary School of approximately 1040 pupils. We primarily serve the children of our partner parishes across a wide area in Wigan, Lancashire and St. Helens. We pride ourselves on living out our mission statement to be a ‘Learning and serving community enriched through friendship and Christian faith.’ We are committed to both high standards of learning and personal conduct and to being a warm inclusive school where every child can succeed.   The vast majority of our pupils achieve expected or above expected standards at the end of KS2 and this leads to challenging targets at GCSE level. Through our clear expectations and nurturing environment, we create a calm focused learning environment where teachers can teach and the needs of all of our pupils can be met.  The curriculum offer at St. Peter’s is a wide and varied one with a very strong academic core and a diverse offer of Arts, Technical and practical courses. I would encourage you to explore this offer on the school website.    Our staff team is a strong mix of very experienced and more recently qualified colleagues and they are very well supported at all levels by our Professional Development Programme. Staff wellbeing is at the heart of our philosophy and we have embraced a number of strategies to promote this including staff wellbeing cafes, wellbeing buddies and the opportunity to work from home where practicable. Staff Development is supportedWorking Hours :Term-time only. Working times are flexible, but generally 8:30am -3:30pm Mondays to Thursdays and 8:30am-3:00pm on Fridays with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Working from home is allowable for some of this time, but it must meet the needs of the school.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Respect for the Catholic Ethos,Character and Personal Conduct,Adaptability ....Read more...