Early Years childcare is a dynamic and vitally important sector which needs high quality staff at all levels. There are many different job roles available, with plenty of opportunity for training and progression. Typical roles include primary school teaching, nursery supervisor, childminder, classroom assistant and working as an Early Years Practitioner. Some people choose to work abroad as a nanny or join a cruise ship as a children’s rep, but there is also potential to progress further to become a Play Therapist or a Health Worker.
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Advanced Apprenticeship Standard - Work Based - Lead Adult Care Worker
ECTA Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship aims to develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in the learners areas of…
Advanced Apprenticeship Standard in Early Years Educators
ECTA Apprenticeship
Learners will be required to complete 350 recommended placement hours in an Early Years setting. Future…
Childcare and Education Level 3 Diploma
Full-Time
You will study a wide range of units including child development, health and well-being, additional needs,…
Early Years Educators Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
Learners will be required to complete 350 recommended placement hours in an Early Years setting. Future…
Introducing Caring for Children and Young People NCFE Level 2
Full-Time
This qualification is made up of 14 units which cover a range of subjects including children's play,…
Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship aims to develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in the learners areas of…
Level 2 NCFE Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Full-Time
This qualification is made up of 14 units which cover a range of subjects including children's play,…
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
Full-Time
You will study a wide range of units including child development, health and well-being, additional needs,…
Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
You will learn how pupils learn and develop, the use of technology to support learning, working with…
Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
You will learn how pupils learn and develop, the use of technology to support learning, working with…
| Job role | Nursery Nurse | Primary Teacher | Teaching Assistant | Playworker | Childminder | Social Worker |
| Average Salary | £16,432-£22,651 | £34,000 | £17,701 - £23,566 | £16,370 | £18,054 | £33,405 |
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Early Years childcare courses at Eastleigh College are taught by professionals, and provide child development and childcare theory from birth to eight years. Each course has a large practical element, which gives you hands-on professional training in pre-schools, day nurseries and schools.
Classrooms at the College have been designed to integrate teaching and learning in one space, which provides an excellent environment. The College also has close links with a wide range of employers, and can help broaden students’ understanding of childcare services through work placements.
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