Early Years Educator (Sept 2024)


The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide high quality early education and care to children. Through an evidence based approach, they provide opportunities and learning experiences for all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Early years educators follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by government for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 in both indoor and outdoor environments


An employee in this occupation will be responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for children’s learning. They ensure that the learning environment and provision is inclusive and supports all children, and demonstrate a clear understand of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Early years educator’s teach and facilitate children’s learning play. They apply the observation, assessment, and planning cycle to support progress and children’s development. An early years educator will act as the key person for one or more children within their setting. They may play a leadership role within the setting or may act under the supervision of a manager.

Typical job titles include; Childminder assistant, Early years educator, Early years worker, Nursery educator, Nursery nurse, Nursery worker.

Key FactsDuty AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?
  • Taught Blended Workshops
  • Named Assessor
  • Assessment of practice
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Dedicated resources
  1. Support children’s learning and development through applying knowledge of pedagogy and the observation, assessment, and planning cycle.
  2. Develop secure and supportive relationships with children and families as the key person for children in their care, advocating for those children.
  3. Provide respectful and responsive physical and emotional care to children, promoting health and wellbeing.
  4. Work with key individuals in children’s lives (for example parents, families, and carers) to improve all children’s outcomes and wellbeing.
  5. Work in partnership with other organisations and agencies to support children’s learning, development, health and wellbeing.
  6. Support the implementation of change to improve practice.
  7. Initiate and engage in continuous professional development, underpinned by reflective practice.
  8. Ensure compliance with child protection and safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures.
  9. Work in ways that promote and support equality, diversity, and the inclusion of all children, respecting their social and cultural context.
  10. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation, policies, and procedures.
  11. Use technology to record and update information for example observations, assessments, reports, risk assessments, and safeguarding concerns.
  12. Promote and engage in children’s play. Support all children to create and adapt the environment to reflect their interests and enable their learning and development.
  13. Ensure legal requirements of statutory frameworks are met within policy, procedure, and practice.

This qualification allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following apprenticeship standards:

  • Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner

 

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Teaching Assistant (Sept 2024)


The broad purpose of the occupation is to support the class teacher to enhance learners’ progress and development either in groups or individually. Teaching Assistants ensure that learners understand their work, know their learning objectives, and display positive learning behaviours in order to make progress.


Teaching Assistants deliver individual and small group teaching and apply a range of strategies to support learners of different abilities under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher. Teaching Assistants may support learners with special educational needs and disabilities and learners with social, emotional, and mental health vulnerabilities.

An employee in this occupation will be responsible for delivering individual and small group teaching and adapting planning under the direction of a teacher; implementing safeguarding policies and safe practice; working effectively with other education professionals; promoting positive learning behaviours; and supporting the development of a safe and stimulating learning environment. They will work within a framework of national legislation regarding safeguarding, and within the policies and procedures of their individual education organisations.

Key FactsDuty AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?
  • Taught Blended Workshops
  • Named Assessor
  • Assessment of practice
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Dedicated resources
  1. Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the organisation and promote diversity, inclusion, equality and acceptance of all learners in line with school policies, including by challenging stereotyped views, bullying or harassment.
  2. Implement safeguarding polices and safe practice, including online safety, in line with legislation, policies, and procedures including maintaining confidentiality.
  3. Work in partnership and liaise with other professionals (such as the teaching staff, SENDCo, or external advisors) and parents/carers to support all learners’ learning.
  4. Reflect on their own practice and identify appropriate professional development opportunities with the support of colleagues.
  5. Understand the specific needs of learners and use strategies to support all learners to achieve their learning goals.
  6. Promote engagement and teach learning behaviours to support the development of independent learners.
  7. Establish positive relationships with learners and promote positive behaviours, consistently applying the school’s behaviour policy.
  8. Support the social, emotional, mental health, wellbeing and personal care of all learners in line with organisational policy and procedures.
  9. Deliver individual and small group teaching within clearly defined/planned parameters in partnership with the teacher and other professionals.
  10. Contribute to assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording, and reporting of learner outcomes and participation as agreed with the teacher.
  11. Support the development of a stimulating and safe learning environment by contributing to the selection and preparation of teaching resources that meet the diverse needs and interests of learners.
  12. Support or lead enrichment activities for example visits, out of school activities and in school clubs.

This qualification allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following apprenticeship standards:

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator
  • Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner

 

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Level 3 Learning and Skills Assessor (Sept 2024)


The broad purpose of this occupation is to assess candidates against agreed standards of competence using a range of assessment methods. The learning and skills assessor will plan, conduct assessment activities and record and report on assessment decisions to the learner and other relevant stakeholders. They will support the progression of the learner through feedback of assessment decisions, setting of ongoing realistic learning goals and referral to other professionals if required.


This occupation is found in the public, private and voluntary sectors in national and multinational organisations. The role of the learning and skills assessor can be found in all sectors where learning, training and development is required. For example, but not limited to, healthcare, military, manufacturing, production, business and professional, education, leisure, construction, creative, technology.  They will contribute to the quality cycle of the organisation and actively contribute to standardisation and moderation of assessment decisions. The learning and skills assessor will be committed to their own continual professional development to maintain occupational competency in their sector. They will typically work in an environment in their organisation where they are assessing competency. They will work in a variety of locations and environments including practical vocational settings where activity may be undertaken face to face or remotely.

Key FactsDuty AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?
  • Taught Blended Workshops
  • Named Assessor
  • Assessment of practice
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Dedicated resources
  1. Plan and conduct inclusive assessment using a range of assessment methods and approaches working within organisational, legal, and ethical frameworks, including confidentiality and safeguarding.
  2. Use a range of communication methods to provide timely constructive feedback on assessment decisions to learners and where relevant, other stakeholders.
  3. Participate in standardisation, moderation and quality assurance of assessment decisions to contribute to the quality assurance of own and others assessment practice and the organisations quality cycle.
  4. Develop and maintain current and accurate records of assessment plans and tracking of assessment decisions, using agreed communication methods to share with relevant stakeholder, recognising confidentiality and privacy.
  5. Use assessment outcomes and data to support the ongoing setting of individual learning goals and progression toward timely achievement of intended outcomes.
  6.  Provide information, advice and guidance, working within own professional boundaries and recognising requirements for referral to other professional services where required.
  7. Recognise the role of holistic assessment in supporting the development of wider skills for the learner.
  8. Make sustainably informed decisions in approaches used to plan, conduct, record and evaluate assessment activities.
  9. Undertake and maintain records of continual professional development activities in their sector to maintain occupational competency, including sustainable practice and digital literacy.

This qualification allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following apprenticeship standards:

  • Level 4 Learning Skills Mentor.
  • Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher.

 

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Community Health and Wellbeing Worker


Community Health and Wellbeing Workers are a rapidly expanding workforce supporting the increasing emphasis across government departments on improving the health of local people and communities by preventing poor health and tackling inequalities.


This occupation is found in different organisations and is commissioned by a range of agencies, including local government, the NHS, and other funders such as voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Their work is informed by the wider social determinants of health, such as the social, cultural, political, economic, commercial and environmental factors that shape the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age.

Key FactsDuty AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?
  • Taught Blended Workshops
  • Named Assessor
  • Assessment of practice
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Dedicated resources
  • Preventative approaches to promote the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups and communities, addressing the wider determinants of health and causes of ill-health
  •  Help communities to build local resilience and identify strengths, capacity and resources that support their health and wellbeing
  •  Provide informed advice about local services and projects that support health and wellbeing
  • Manage referrals from a range of agencies, professionals and through self-referral
  •  Apply behavioural science to help people find practical solutions for better health and wellbeing
  •  Implement actions set out in strategies and policies that promote health and wellbeing at community level
  • Communicate public health messages and information to promote health and wellbeing at an individual, group and community level
  • Manage data and information and contribute to the evaluation of projects and services
  • Operate within legal and ethical frameworks that relate to the promotion and protection of the public’s health and wellbeing
  • Take responsibility for personal and professional development in line with organisational protocol

This qualification allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following apprenticeship standards:

  • Level 4 Lead Practitioner in Adult Care.
  • Level 5 Leader in Adult Care.

 

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Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care


As a Level 3 Adult Care Worker you will make a positive difference to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges.


You will be expected to exercise judgement and take appropriate action to support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity and control. By providing leadership, guidance and direction at the front-line of care delivery you will be instrumental in improving the health and wellbeing of those receiving care and support.

Level 3 Adult Care Workers will in some circumstances have delegated responsibility for the standard of care provided and may supervise the work of other care workers

Level 3 Adult Care Workers may work in residential or nursing homes, domiciliary care, day centres or some clinical healthcare settings.

 

Key FactsSubject AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?

  • Workshops
  • Strong assessor support
  • Practice assessment
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Range of assessment methods
  • End Assessment
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service process required (DBS)
  • The Care Certificate must be achieved as part of the Apprenticeship

  • Communication Skills
  • Equality & Inclusion
  • Personal development
  • Safeguarding
  • Duty of care
  • Person Centred practice
  • Health & Safety
  • Good practice in handling information
  • Optional subject choices available

This qualification can help you succeed in a wide range of healthcare settings, such as:

  • Residential care
  • Community and primary care
  • Acute health environments (eg hospitals)
  • Domiciliary services (home care / home help)
  • Supported living projects
  • Community-based care
  • Private care for a person or family.

This qualification also allows candidates to progress to the following City & Guilds qualifications:

  • Level 5 Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (Adults’ Advanced Practice).

 


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Level 3 Team Leader or Supervisor


Ideal for individuals who have management responsibilities but no formal training, and are serious about developing their abilities.


The qualification is made up of a wide range of units covering core management skills – such as understanding how to organise and delegate – plus skills in communication, team leadership, change, innovation and managing people and relationships.  They aim to develop effective and confident first-line managers with better skills in building relationships and communicating in teams.

They are accountable to a more senior manager or business owner. Ideal for those working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation; specific responsibilities and job titles will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will be the same.

 

Key FactsSubject AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?

  • Workshops
  • 1:1 Sessions
  • Strong assessor support
  • Practice assessment
  • E-Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Range of assessment methods
  • Access to VLE
  • End Assessment

  • Leading People
  • Managing People
  • Building Relationships
  • Communication
  • Operational Management
  • Project Management
  • Finance
  • Self-Awareness
  • Management of Self
  • Problem Solving and Decision Making

Successful learners can progress to a range of qualifications, including:

  • ILM Level 5 Diploma for Leaders and Managers


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Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker


The Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support is an occupational qualification for learners who work in Healthcare Support roles in England.


This qualification consists of mandatory units covering knowledge and skills’ competencies with optional specialisms which can be combined in flexible ways to reflect the real working context of different learners. As an experienced Support Worker, SHCSWs carry out a range of clinical and non-clinical healthcare or therapeutic tasks, under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered Healthcare Practitioner.

They may work in a range of services e.g. hospital, community, health or day-case unit, birth centre or midwifery led unit, someone’s home, operating theatre, nursing or care home, assessment centre, hospice, school, prison, GP surgery, charity or voluntary organisation; working in partnership with individuals, families, carers and other service providers.

The pathways that can be delivered by Varsity Training are:

  • Adult Nursing;
  • Theatre Support;
  • Allied Health Profession Therapy Support
Key FactsSubject AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?

  • Workshops
  • 1:1 Sessions
  • Strong assessor support
  • Practice assessment
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Range of assessment methods
  • Access to VLE
  • End Assessment

  • Person centred approaches
  • Communication
  • Personal development
  • Values and behaviours
  • Prevention and control of infection
  • Handling information
  • Mental health and wellbeing

This qualification allows candidates to learn, develop and demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for employment and/or career progression in Healthcare.

Opportunities may also be available to progress to an apprenticeship at level 5 such as the Assistant Practitioner in Healthcare, or to higher education programmes, providing all entry requirements are met


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Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker


As a Lead Adult Care Worker you will make a positive difference to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges.


You will be expected to exercise judgement and take appropriate action to support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity and control. By providing leadership, guidance and direction at the front-line of care delivery you will be instrumental in improving the health and wellbeing of those receiving care and support.

Lead Adult Care Workers will in some circumstances have delegated responsibility for the standard of care provided and may supervise the work of other care workers

Lead Adult Care Workers may work in residential or nursing homes, domiciliary care, day centres or some clinical healthcare settings.

 

Key FactsSubject AreasWhat could this qualification lead to?

  • Workshops
  • Strong assessor support
  • Practice assessment
  • Portfolio of evidence produced
  • Range of assessment methods
  • End Assessment
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service process required (DBS)
  • The Care Certificate must be achieved as part of the Apprenticeship

  • Communication Skills
  • Equality & Inclusion
  • Personal development
  • Safeguarding
  • Duty of care
  • Person Centred practice
  • Health & Safety
  • Good practice in handling information
  • Optional subject choices available

This qualification can help you succeed in a wide range of healthcare settings, such as:

  • Residential care
  • Community and primary care
  • Acute health environments (eg hospitals)
  • Domiciliary services (home care / home help)
  • Supported living projects
  • Community-based care
  • Private care for a person or family.

This qualification also allows candidates to progress to the following City & Guilds qualifications:

  • Level 5 Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (Adults’ Advanced Practice).

 


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