The Early Years Educator

<p><strong style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>Are you studying for the Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma or Apprenticeship?</strong></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>This book has been written to support you in building the professional knowledge and understanding required to meet the updated 2024 occupational standards. It is the essential companion to guide you through your course and towards your professional journey in the early years sector.</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>This essential study guide offers structured accessible explanations and guidance across all key areas of early years practice.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>You'll find:</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>·      Clear comprehensive coverage of the EYFS areas of learning and development</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>·      In-depth exploration of child development theories and play-based pedagogy</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>·      Guidance on planning assessment safeguarding and inclusive practice</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>·      Dedicated focus on communication observation professional behaviours and reflective practice</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>·      Case studies and examples linking directly to practice in early years settings</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>Designed as a course companion this book supports learners and apprentices undertaking the Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma or Apprenticeship route. It offers detailed knowledge aligned to the 2024 standards and supports understanding of the Knowledge Skills and Behaviours (KSBs) outlined for competent practice as defined by the DfE. Suitable for both work-based learners and classroom-based study it is intended to aid learners in preparing for assessments and to develop their confidence in applying theory to practice.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(41 42 46 1)>Sam is an experienced curriculum developer external quality assurer coach speaker and teacher educator specialising in Early Years qualifications and vocational learning. Through her roles in apprenticeships training provision quality and coaching Sam supports learners trainers and practitioners across the country in gaining the knowledge and skills needed to deliver high-quality early years provision. With a strong focus on play-based learning and practitioner wellbeing Sam's work enables learners to become confident reflective professionals in the early years sector.</span></p><p></p>