This qualification is suitable for those who work in a range of settings including full day care, children’s centres, pre schools, reception classes and as childminders. Early Years Educators, and other job roles such as nursery nurse and childminders, are highly trained professionals who play a key role in ensuring that young children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe.

Why choose Ignite Training?

  • Employer and Employee Centred working together to develop talent.
  • Blended learning approach offering flexibility and personalised curriculum
  • Industry specialists
  • Skills coaches and mentors used to develop knowledge, skills behaviours
  • Expert masterclasses delivered throughout the programme 
  • Full administration support from onboarding to completion 
  • E-portfolio, learning platforms and resources to support remote learning where necessary.
  • Optional CPD courses/qualifications to develop specific skills

Programme Cost

The maximum funding is £7000 for this standard this can be fully funded through the apprenticeship Levy or for 16- 21 year olds or 95% funded for 21+ learners from non levy paying organisations.

Duration –  12 -18 months, depending on experience – 12- 18 months + 2 months End Point Assessment completion.

Key content:

KnowledgeSkillsBehaviours 
Support and promote children’s early education and development Plan and provide effective care, teaching and learning that enables children to progress and prepares them for school Make accurate and productive use of assessment Safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of childrenUnderstand the expected patterns of children’s development from birth to 5 years, and have an understanding of further development from age 5 to 7. Plan and lead activities, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes Know the legal requirements and guidance on health and safety, security, confidentiality of information, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Building relationships/ embracing change  Adding value to education  Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion  Professional standards and personal accountability  Team working, collaboration and engagement 

Get in touch with us: Contact: Sorcha Gass. Email: s.gass@ignitesporrtuk.com