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Education and Childcare

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Quarry Hill Campus

What Our Students Say

“Before I came to Leeds City College, I was in school, I was in such a bad way at school, skiving lessons all the time, teachers always on my case, getting kicked out numerous times almost. So I applied for here just hoping to get on a course, I got accepted – it was entry Level 3. Dave was my tutor and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better as a tutor, because he just helped me. He helped me with every regard, with Maths and English, workshop work, the theory side of the workshop work – telling me how everything is and showing me what’s what.”

Harrison

“When I first came I didn’t know anybody at the college but because it’s people you’re surrounded by and people with similar interests to you, you do make friends quickly and you make really close friendships with people because you’re listening to the same things and you’re going through the same things, and you can help each other as well.”

Eve

“I decided to study at Leeds City College because I liked the equipment and the rooms that they had, and I liked how it was a whole new space – it had only recently been built so everything was brand spanking new and it looked really clean and really nice.”

Rachel

Did you know!

  • There are now 50,143 jobs in the health and social care sector in Leeds, this means this sector is currently 2% above the employment national average. (EMSI, 2019)
  • By 2024, the health and social care and associate professionals labour market in Leeds is predicted to grow by 2.4%. (EMSI, 2019)
  • There is no team more passionate about the life changing impact of FE, with achievement rates at 8% above the national rate!

About Education and Childcare

Education and Childcare prepares students to work in the childcare and education sectors from nursery level up to higher education. The department focuses on providing students with essential work experience needed to work in the industry and its partnership with CACHE ensures delivery of high-quality qualifications.

To get an idea of where you could be learning, come to one of our open events and tour our extensive facilities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to making sure all students and staff are protected from harm. All staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection, and our dedicated Safeguarding team is on hand for advice and support. Don’t stay silent, we are here for you.
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Employment Statistics

Average salaries of the careers in this subject area are:

  • Primary and nursery education teaching professionals

    Average Salary
    £40,560

  • Nursery nurses and assistants

    Average Salary
    £19,240

  • Senior professionals of educational establishments

    Average Salary
    £62,920

What to study

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Early Years Educator
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Early Years Practitioner
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Supporting Teaching and Learning
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Caring for Children
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Children’s Learning and Development
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Counselling Concepts
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Counselling Skills
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Education & Early Years
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Teaching Assistant
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Counselling Skills