Apprentice Early Years Educator, Chelmsford 12CD

SEYMOUR HOUSE LTD., Minnow End, Essex

Apprentice Early Years Educator, Chelmsford 12CD

£22,000 a year

SEYMOUR HOUSE LTD., Minnow End, Essex

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted 1 week ago, 30 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: 30-09-2026 (In 55 days)

Job ref: None

Location ref: Minnow End, Essex

Full Job Description

Introduction

The role of Early Years Apprentice is to help ensure all children receive outstanding quality care, education and support families to thrive. Meeting the children’s individual needs, creating an enriched learning environment, and working alongside the Nursery Leadership Team to implement and promote the Early Years Foundation Stage.



About the Employer

Founded in 1988, we have over 30 years' experience in care, education and preparing children for school. This history has enabled us to invest in our team, resources and environment to give children the best possible start. Our fantastic team of Educators and Teachers have achieved outstanding Ofsted judgements at all our eleven nursery schools.

What You'll Do

  • You will be working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, helping support children’s play and nurture their development
  • You will be involved in organising activities, in the assessment and record keeping of children's learning and development and working in partnership with colleagues and parents
  • You will work alongside experienced Early Years Educators, have a dedicated mentor and have the support of your fellow apprentices with childcare responsibilities


Training Outcome

We will support you to achieve your Level 3 Early Years, giving you qualified Early Years Educator status. 

From here, you can develop your career at Seymour House, opting for a managerial route or you can specialise in areas that excite you such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language.

The Level 3 Early Years can also be used as a stepping-stone towards:

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership
  • Honours Degree in Early Years
  • Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)


Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience


Qualifications

  • Essential - GCSE - English Literature and / or Language - 4
  • Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4


Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced



Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday, on a rota basis. Working hours will fall within the opening hours of the nursery, 7:00am- 6:00pm. Shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Number of Positions Available: 4



Training Provider: SEYMOUR HOUSE LTD.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/apprentice-early-years-educator-chelmsford-12cd-127123241