Early years practitioner

Level

Intermediate · like GCSEs

Length

1 yr

typical

Sector

Education and early years

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Work and interact directly with children on a day to day basis supporting the planning of and delivery of activities.

Assist with setting up and tidying away play activities and resources

Carry out care routines such as nappy changes and mealtimes under supervision

Join in with children's play and encourage language and communication

Support children during outdoor play, keeping them safe at all times

Observe and share information about children's progress with your key person

Welcome families at the start and end of the session

Follow all hygiene, health, and safety routines in the setting

The EYFS framework: the seven areas of learning and the safeguarding requirements

Basic child development from birth to five years old

Safe and hygienic care routines: feeding, nappy changing, and sleep

How to support children's play, communication, and language development

Safeguarding basics and how to report a concern

Working positively with parents and carers

Health and safety in early years environments

Ready to look for a place?

See live Early years practitioner apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.