Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Thornham St James Church of England Primary School
Crompton House Church of England School · Royton Oldham · posted 28 October 2026
Wage
£14,560 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
23 November 2026
Closing date
16 November 2026
Positions
1
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- To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children
- To be aware of Thornham St James C of E Primary School policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to.
- To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with safeguarding, child protection and whistle-blowing policies
- To understand child to staff ratio’s and ensure that these are maintained at all times
- To reflect on practices and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day
- To plan and set up a range of interesting activities
- To lead observations and the for the children and lead activities followed by observations for the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively - including sharing information for when needed to get the children the appropriate level of support if needed
- To develop genuine bonds with key children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities
- To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life
Your training
- Early Years Educator level 3 standard
- Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard
- Tutor support via online platform
Where it leads
- Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship
- Higher-level early years qualification available
About Crompton House Church of England School
At Thornham St James, we are a happy, welcoming, and successful school, and we are proud of our achievements. We boast a history of educational excellence, based on firmly embedded Christian Values, lived out by every member of our community.
Our vision of ‘Journeying Together, We Shine’ Matthew 5:16 is reflected in all we do, enabling all our community to flourish.
Things to consider
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsAttention to detailTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience
Entry requirements
- GCSE Maths and English (grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent) — essential
Where you'll work
- Thornham St James Church of England Primary School, Castleton Road, Royton Oldham, OL2 6XT
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