
Exploring Working in Early Years Settings
Taught byJoy Cooper
DateThursday, 26 February, 9:30am
LocationOnline live streamed - Google Classroom
PriceTickets from £35
About this event
Course Code: 26885
Teacher: This course is being taught by Joy.
What is this Course about?
Are you interested in volunteering or working in a nursery or pre-school?
This introductory course will explore childcare provision in early years settings. You will discover how babies and young children learn and develop. You will find out about the roles and responsibilities of carers and volunteers in early years settings. You will also be given guidance on applying for jobs, where to find vacancies and how to ‘sell’ yourself on an application form.
Who is this Course for?
Adults who are interested in working or volunteering in an early years setting such as a nursery or pre-school
Entry Requirements to do this Course:
A good level of conversational and written English is required
How you will be assessed?
Through weekly Learner Reflections
How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?
Optional homework
Material supplied by Step2Skills
Digital resources
What learners need to bring/supply
You must have a tablet or laptop with a working camera that can access Google Classroom
Additional Information
Please note that this is a live interactive online course for adults, learners will be expected to have their camera on and participate fully at all times.
What happens after I book this course?
There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions in your order confirmation email.
The next steps…
During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other courses/workshops such as the Level 1 Award ‘An Introduction to Early Years Settings’ or you may wish to develop your Functional skills on an English qualification course. Please see the full range of courses we offer.
We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.
NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.
Venue
Online live streamed - Google Classroom
Venue Information
This course/workshop is run as real-time online using Google Classroom. This means that instead of having to go to a classroom, the classroom comes to you! You are taught by a teacher and you will have classmates that you share ideas with. To take part you will need a tablet or laptop/computer with a webcam and microphone to enable you to interact. A few days before the start, your teacher will email you with instructions on how to join the class.
Further information
Except for the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Department for Education Adult Skills Fund, for adults who meet the following criteria:
- A Hertfordshire Resident
- Aged 19 years or older on 31st August 2025
- A UK national or anyone with a lawful immigration status in the UK. You will not be eligible if you are in the UK under any of the following conditions:
- On a student visa
- On a sponsorship visa
- On a visa or residence permit that restricts or prohibits study
- In the UK on holiday (with or without a visa)
If you are not sure about your eligibility, please contact us. Our team will be happy to review your status and assist you with the next steps.



