Introduction

Jenny's Little Leaps Childcare is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as an Early Years Educator Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification while earning and gaining valuable hands-on experience in a nurturing childcare setting.

About the Employer

Jennie’s Little Leaps is a warm, home-based childcare setting in Maidstone, Kent, providing a safe, nurturing environment for young children to learn, play, and grow. Jennie offers personalised care with a strong focus on early learning, development, and fun activities, supporting children to build confidence and reach their full potential in their early years.

What You'll Do

Work alongside nursery practitioners, helping to support children's development
Help plan and set up activities for a range of children with support of the team
Develop good relationships with the children and families
Daily updates on our online system (famly) to keep families updated

Training Outcome

Once you have finished the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to continue working for the same company and progress on to Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT or Level 3 Early Years SENCO.

Early Years Educators are found in a range of settings including day nurseries, playgroups, nursery schools, pre-schools, kindergartens, primary schools, hospitals, social care settings, out of school environments and local authority provision, giving you a broad range of employment opportunities.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English 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: Hours: 32 hours per week, Monday to Thursday between 8:00am and 6:00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED

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