Shipley College Full-time Prospectus 2022-23

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER LEVEL 2
APPRENTICESHIP
Course length: 15 months / Code: 5702
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3
APPRENTICESHIP
Course length: 21 months / Code: 5603
Entry requirements
> You should be at least 16 years old.
> Secure an Early Years apprenticeship for a
minimum of 30 hours a week (this will include one
day in College per week).
> You must pass an initial assessment in English
& maths. Please note, unless you already have
grade 9-4, you will need to study up to Level 2 in
these subjects.
> You will need to attend an interview.
> Hold a clear Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
check at the start of the course.
About the apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is an ideal starting point for
those who want a career in Early Years, working
with children aged 0 to 5 years. You will develop
the skills to care for, protect and support children’s
development and learning. It is key that you have a
responsible attitude and enjoy working with children,
alongside being fully committed to this type of work.
You will cover topics such as promoting play in early
years settings, supporting care routines for babies
and young children, developing positive behaviour
and supporting the child in preparing for school.
After this apprenticeship, you are able to move on to
the Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma or the Early
Year Educator Apprenticeship. This qualification is
aimed at people who wish to work, or are working,
with children aged 0-5 (with a working knowledge
of 5-7 year olds). You will ensure children are looked
after, kept active, happy and nourished, while helping
them to develop social & practical skills. This will
prepare you to work in childcare roles such as Early
Years Practitioner and Room Leader.
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Entry requirements
> You must be 16 years or over.
> Secure an apprenticeship in a Primary, Secondary
or College setting for a minimum of 30 hours
a week (this will include one day in College per
week).
> You must pass an initial assessment in English
and maths. Please note if you do not already
have GCSE grade 9-4, you will need to pass a L2
qualification in these subjects.
> A GCSE at grade 4 or above in English.
> You will need to attend an interview
> Hold a clear Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
check at the start of the course.
About the apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is suitable for those working in
a Primary, Secondary or College setting. Learn the
skills required by a Teaching Assistant, ensuring
pupils get the most out of their lessons. You could
help to plan, carry out and evaluate a wide range
of learning activities, working both alongside the
teacher to support classroom activities, and alone
with individuals or groups of students. Some learning
support staff specialise in areas such as music or
special needs. This apprenticeship will help improve
your employment prospects and enable you to work
in a variety of settings.