Apprentice Early Years Educator

This role is perfect for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys working with children, and wants to build a meaningful career in early years education. You don't need loads of experience - just the right attitude, a caring nature, and a willingness to learn. What You'll Be Doing From story time and messy play to helping children build confidence and friendships, no two days are the same. You will;

• Help create a warm, safe, and happy environment
• Support children with daily routines and activities
• Work closely with colleagues to support the smooth running of the nursery
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and carers
• Follow all nursery policies and procedures
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment
• Attend college/training sessions as part of the apprenticeship programme
• Complete coursework and assignments within required timescales
What you'll get in return;
• Full support throughout your apprenticeship
• A welcoming and friendly team
• Valuable hands-on experience
• Opportunities to grow and progress in your career
• The chance to do a job that truly matters
If you're ready to start a rewarding journey in childcare and early years, we'd love to hear from you. Working Week Term Time Only - Monday to Friday - Shifts between the hours 8am - 6pm


• Previous experience working with children (voluntary or paid)
• Basic understanding of child development
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Personal Qualities
• A genuine interest in working with children
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, caring, and enthusiastic
• Commitment to completing a Level 3 qualification
Skills Required
• Brings energy, patience, and kindness to the team
• Is reliable, caring, and eager to get involved
• Wants to make a positive difference every day
• Good communication and listening skills
• Able to work well as part of a team
Training to be Provided Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day. You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)