Plan and provide effective care, teaching and learning that enables children to progress and prepares them for school

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) 601/7572/2

Qualifications

Dedicated support for work-based learners taking the new Pearson EdexcelLevel 3 Diploma in Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator). Both apprenticeships are suitable for those with no previous experience. Level 2 may be more suitable for those leaving school at 16. It allows you to work in an early years setting under supervision, supporting the planning and delivery of education and care for 0-5 year olds, and is an excellent entry point into the sector. Learners aged 16-19 (and learners aged 19-24 with learning difficulties and/or disabilities) funded by the Education Funding Agency will not require GCSE English and maths grade A* - C prior to commencing their Early Years Educator qualification.

Professionalism and Reflective Practice: Developing professionalism and reflective skills ensures continuous improvement in early years practice.

Plan and provide activities to meet additional needs, working in partnership with parents and/or carers and other professionals, where appropriate. 3. Make accurate and productive use of assessment All level 3 early years educator qualifications will require candidates to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of early years education and care, including that they can:

Plan and lead activities, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes which include the learning and development areas of current early education curriculum requirements. The requirement for Level 3 Early Years Educators to hold an approved English and mathematics qualification has been broadened to include other suitable level 2 qualifications, including Functional Skills. This will take effect from 3rd of April 2017. This means that GCSEs are not the only qualifications which will be recognised as meeting the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS) requirement to count in staff:child ratios and be recognised as Early Years Educators in the workplace. The revised Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS) will come in to force from the 3rd of April 2017 and is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2 Understand a range of underpinning theories and philosophical approaches to how children learn and develop, and their influence on practice.The term ‘children’ is used as an all-encompassing term to include babies, toddlers and young children from birth to age 5. Section i: Summary of qualifications content and assessment criteria for level 3 early years educator A: Qualification content

We believe it's incredibly important to build a pipeline of talent within the early years sector. Not only do we want to create opportunities for all people, but we find that apprentices often stay on for a long time, undergoing training before moving into management roles.” Safeguarding and Child Protection: Understanding of safeguarding policies, recognizing signs of abuse, and knowing how to report concerns in an early years context. Child Development and Learning: Information on child development theories and how children learn, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in the early years.

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The "CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator for the Work Based Learner" by Penny Tassoni is an educational textbook designed to support individuals who are pursuing the CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification through a work-based learning route. This qualification is aimed at individuals who aspire to work as early years educators or practitioners, primarily in settings like nurseries, preschools, and early years education centers. Here's an overview of what this resource cover and the potential benefits it offers: The apprentice must answer correctly a minimum of 23 questions out of 35 to achieve a pass. Of the 23 questions answered correctly, these must include all 5 questions relating to K15. Curriculum Planning: Techniques for curriculum planning, including developing age-appropriate activities and learning experiences.