Prestbury Primary School - Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship

Prestbury Primary School - Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship

SK10 4JJ

Full time

Organisation – Prestbury Primary School

Apprenticeship Type – Early Years Level 3

Hours
- 32 hours per week (7am - 9am, 3-6pm Monday to Friday) plus team trainings and meetings, inclusive of time for level
3. Holiday Camp hours would be condensed into longer days rather than split shifts (e.g. 9am - 5pm three days per week)

School of Play delivers wraparound care, holiday camps and sports provision across 36+ primary schools in Greater Manchester. We're looking for a Level 3 Early Years apprentice to join our wraparound team In Prestbury, working directly in school settings before and after the school day.

This isn't a sit-and-watch apprenticeship. You'll be on the floor from day one, running activities, supporting children's development and learning how childcare works in a fast-paced, multi-site business. You'll be paired with experienced staff and work towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while earning a wage

• Supporting the delivery of breakfast and after‑school club sessions across one or more partner primary schools
• Planning and running age‑appropriate activities for children aged 3-11
• Supervising children during free play, structured activities and meal/snack times
• Supporting children's emotional, social and physical development
• Maintaining a safe, clean and well‑organised environment
• Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns through the correct channels
• Building relationships with children, parents and school staff
• Completing apprenticeship coursework, observations and portfolio work alongside your shift work

You'll work towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, covering:

• Child development from birth to 7 years
• Safeguarding and child protection practice
• Health, safety and risk management in childcare settings
• Working with parents, carers and external agencies
• Planning and delivering activities that support learning through play
• SEND awareness and inclusive practice

• A genuine interest in working with children — this comes through more than any qualification
• Reliable, on time, and able to commit to a regular working pattern
• Comfortable being active and hands‑on, not stuck behind a desk
• Good communicator with both children and adults
• No formal childcare experience needed — we'll teach you. Attitude matters more than CV