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Apprentice Early Years Educator - Ash Croft Primary Academy

THE HARMONY TRUST LTD

You will work as part of a professional Early Years Team in our Academy. The Harmony Trust is a multi-academy and school led organisation based in Oldham, Tameside and Derby. You will be based at Ash Croft Primary Academy in Derby. The Trust was set up in February 2014 with its core aim being to raise attainment in local schools.

Apprenticeship Summary

Wage

£13,741 a year

Working week

Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed. 30 minutes lunch break.

Expected duration

1 Year 6 Months

Possible start date

01-08-2025

Date posted

02-07-2025

Apprenticeship level

Advanced

Reference number

1000329318

Positions

1

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with children, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
  • Following appropriate training and in line with school procedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required
  • Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities
  • To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with children and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all
  • To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate
  • Being responsible for supporting child initiated and adult led activities based around the needs and interests of each individual child
  • Supporting the observation and assessment of the children
  • Working as part of a team to ensure each child feels safe and secure
  • Working in partnership with colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals
  • Having a duty of care and following relevant safeguarding procedures

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Teaching Assistant within the Trust or with another organisation

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills IT skills Number skills Team working Literacy skills Flexiblity Recognise self improvement Relate well to children Relate well to adults Passionate Commitment Highly motivated Enthusiastic

Qualifications

GCSE English (Grade 4/C or above/equivalent) Essential

GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C or above/equivalent) Essential

Things to consider

• Willingness to undertake training in relevant learning strategies • You will be expected to be flexible with the working hours to ensure ratios are maintained. During the year you will be expected to participate in additional events outside of normal working hours, for example, parent’s evenings and open days • There is a degree of lifting and carrying that you will need to be able to carry out • This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment • You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS If we are interested in taking your application further, you will receive an email from a derby college email address (@derby-college.ac.uk). Please make sure that you check your inbox as well as your spam/junk folders, so you do not miss out on the opportunity to apply.

About the employer

Our core aim is to provide the best possible education for our children. We want the academy to make a real difference to the lives of pupils and parents who live and work in Oldham. We believe that The Harmony Trust will be a place where every child believes, achieves and succeeds. Developing well-being and self-esteem is at our core alongside raising attainment and achievement. we aim to prepare our learners for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life through a balanced high-quality education in a caring and stimulating environment, where our school community is learning and achieving together. We have academies in Derby and Northwest and have approximately 780 staff.

Employer

THE HARMONY TRUST LTD

https://www.theharmonytrust.org/

Address

Ash Croft Primary Academy
Deepdale Lane Sinfin
Derby

Training

Training provider

DCG

Contact

DCG

Apprenticeship Advanced

Early years educator (level 3)