At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children's learning and development in a fun, engaging environment.
- Company: Avondale Primary School, a welcoming community school in Darwen.
- Benefits: Gain a recognised qualification while earning hands-on experience in education.
- Other info: Potential for a permanent position after completing the apprenticeship.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives every day while building your career.
- Qualifications: Must have Early Years Level 2 qualification and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.
Passionate about working with young children? Join Avondale Primary School as an Apprentice. Gain a recognised qualification while supporting Reception children’s learning and development. Work with experienced staff, gain valuable hands‑on experience, and start a rewarding career in education while making a real difference every day.
Avondale Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive community primary school in Darwen, catering for children aged 4–11. The school is committed to providing a high‑quality education that enables all pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. With a strong focus on nurturing positive relationships, high aspirations and a love of learning, Avondale offers a safe, supportive and engaging environment where children are encouraged to become confident, resilient and responsible individuals. The school benefits from a dedicated staff team who work closely with families to ensure every child is valued, supported and inspired to succeed.
What You’ll Do
- Support the day‑to‑day care and learning of children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Assist with the planning and delivery of engaging, age‑appropriate activities, including working with individual pupils and small groups.
- Help to develop pupils’ key skills to support their learning and development.
- Support the preparation and organisation of learning resources and classroom materials.
- Help to maintain a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment.
- Assist with the supervision of pupils during classroom and school activities.
- Support children with personal care routines, including feeding and toileting where required.
- Assist with monitoring and recording pupils’ progress and developmental needs.
- Observe children’s development and contribute to learning records and assessments.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, and whole‑school policies and procedures.
- Work towards the relevant apprenticeship framework and complete training and coursework within required timescales.
- Undertake duties associated with the role of a Teaching Assistant to support ongoing training and development.
- Complete a minimum of 6 hours per week dedicated to apprenticeship training and study.
Training Outcome
Potential permanent position on completion of the apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
- Adaptability
- Empathy
Qualifications
Essential – Early Years Level 2 – Early Years – pass
Course Information
Course: Early years educator (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: 34 hours per week
Monday, 8:30am - 4:30pm one week / 5.00pm on the alternate week.
Tuesday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
Wednesday, 8:30am - 4:00pm.
Thursday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 8 Months
Training Provider: BLACKBURN COLLEGE
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice employer: Avondale Primary School
Avondale Primary School is an exceptional employer, providing a nurturing environment where Early Years Educator Apprentices can thrive. With a strong focus on hands-on teaching and professional growth, apprentices benefit from working alongside experienced staff while gaining a recognised qualification. Located in the vibrant community of Darwen, the school fosters a collaborative work culture that values each individual's contribution and offers pathways to permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
