Early Years Educator (SEND) Apprenticeship - Rugeley
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Company: St Johns Primary Academy
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Location: Rugeley, WS15 2XY
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000045371
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Application Deadline Date: 19/08/2026
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Start Date: 26/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.40am - 3:40pm. Term time only - salary is pro rata.
Brief Description
Etching Hill Primary Academy are looking for a new Early Years Educator Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3 with SENDco.
Training to be Provided
At Shaping Lives, we are dedicated to one mission: helping nurseries like yours nurture future generations through high-quality early childhood education. As a trusted training provider, we specialise in developing skilled, passionate educators who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children aged 0-5.
Whether you're looking to enhance your current team's skills or recruit new talent, we’re with you every step of the way. Upon completion of this 15 month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Educator Level 3 with SENDco Apprenticeship qualification.
Future Prospects
There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
Join our thriving EYFS team! We offer a supportive environment, inspirational colleagues, wonderful children and high-quality professional development. An exciting opportunity for a passionate, committed and professional Early Years Educator.
As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through play-based and structured activities. You will learn how to create engaging learning environments, support communication and language development, encourage positive behaviour, and help children develop confidence and independence.
Day-Day Responsibilities:
- Support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 0-5 through play-based and planned activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Assist in creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive
- Work closely with the nursery team to plan, deliver and evaluate engaging learning experiences that meet children's individual needs and interests
- Provide additional support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), working alongside the nursery SENCO to help implement individual support strategies and promote inclusion
- Observe, monitor and record children's progress, contributing to learning journals and sharing observations with colleagues
- Encourage children's communication, language, social and emotional development through positive interactions and purposeful play
- Promote children's independence, confidence and self-care skills through daily routines and learning opportunities
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues, maintaining professionalism at all times
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and nursery policies to help ensure a safe environment for all children
- Support daily nursery routines, including mealtimes, outdoor play, hygiene practices and transitions throughout the day
Please be aware the Salary is Pro-Rata, this role is term time only with opportunity to work holiday clubs.
Other Information
The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.