Level 3 Early Years Educator Review

by Inspire ATA Ltd.

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I work full time at a primary school named St John's Primary School. My role is to care for 3-4 year olds 5 days a week 8:30-3:15. This involves changing nappies and clothes, developing their skills based on the 'Early Learning Goals'. After thr working day, I am expected to complete activities (units) on different topics to extend my learning.

7/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

From working full time, I've learnt so much and I feel like a professional already, despite not completing my apprenticeship yet. From teaching the children, I've taught myself and my independence has flourished.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I receive brilliant support from my tutor at LMP and my manager at Inspire ATA. Eventhough it's all based online, I feel close and comfortable with the support staff that checks up on me and my learning weekly/monthly. I find the homework challenging due to the intensity of working in a nursery.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It's fairly well structured and my tutor guides me through the units. To improve, I'd suggest meetings with the line manager of the placement to ensure stability for apprentices and reminders for placements to provide the correct support.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive reasonable support as I know how challenging it is to withhold staff in school so there have been lots of staffing changes/rearrangements in classrooms.

7/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I receive brilliant support from my training provider; Jonathan is amazing and motivates me to work towards my goals

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The meetings allow me to discuss my progress and makes the journey feel professional and supportive. The homework allows me to learn about things I may not learn in my setting. For example, learning about babies as the children I teach are 2 years and up.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes there are. We have socials gatherings to check in with each other and emails are sent out about special occasions-like birthdays- to bring people closer

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Inspire ATA Ltd. to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's a professional, independent way to gain a qualification and provides efficient support for their apprentices.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Inspire ATA Ltd.?

Keep on top of their off the job hours so it doesn't build up- that goes for coursework too. And to communicate with tutors and managers if there are any concerns or queries.