Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship – Whitehall Park School

To support the delivery of high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0-5, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), while undertaking a nationally recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of engaging, play-based learning activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework


• Work under the direction of the class teacher, room leader, or Early Years Lead to support individual children and small groups


• Promote children’s communication, language, social, emotional, and physical development


• Support children’s emotional wellbeing, independence, and positive behaviour through nurturing and consistent approaches


• Observe and record children’s learning and development, contributing to assessments and progress tracking


• Act as a key support in creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment


• Support children with additional needs, including SEND, sensory needs, or medical requirements (following training and guidance)


• Work in partnership with parents, carers, and external professionals to support children’s development


• Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding, EYFS, and school/nursery policies


• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, and child protection procedures at all times


• Participate fully in apprenticeship training, workshops, mentoring sessions, and progress reviews