Level 2 Early Years

Requirements 

• Level 1 Maths and English, with Level 2 attempted or GCSEs C/4 or above
• a minimum of 30 hours working week, working with age group 0-5 years old
• 12 months on programme and 3-month window for End Point Assessment. Must be employed for 15 months
• 'off the job' training must be provided, a minimum of 6 hours a week
• support from an employment mentor with monthly reviews

What you'll do at work

• explore roles and development opportunities in early years settings 
• child development from birth to 7 years 21
• safeguarding babies and young children in early years settings  
• support health and safety in early years settings  
• promote wellbeing in early years settings  
• support effective communication in early years settings  
• support activities, purposeful play and educational programmes  
• understand how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities
• work with parents, colleagues and other professionals in early years settings 

Assessment methods 

• taught session at Gateshead Interchange weekly on Thursday mornings from 9.30 to 11.30am, term time only
• observations in the workplace
• witness testimonies completed by mentor
• professional discussions. 

End point assessment 

End point assessment will take place in the final 3 months, dependant on learner progress. The assessment will consist of: 

• professional discussion underpinned by portfolio of evidence
• knowledge test