Early Years Apprenticeship

ELLESMERE CHILDREN'S CENTRE Apprenticeship Level 3 Apply by: 12/10/2026 Apply now on the GOV.UK apprenticeship site About The Role We are looking for a motivated Level 3 Early Years Apprentice who is ready to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility within the nursery. You will work closely with qualified practitioners, support children's learning and begin developing key-worker skills as part of your training. Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What We're Looking For:

• Support children's development in line with the EYFS
• Assist with observations and learning records
• Support daily routines, activities and transitions
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being
• Work in partnership with colleagues and parents What We're Looking For:
• Previous experience with children (preferred)
• Commitment to completing the Level 3 qualification
• Passion for early years education
• Team player with a nurturing approach
• Understanding of safeguarding (training provided) Passing am Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Once Qualified as An Early Years Educator you could progress to: Room Leader Manager L5 About The Training On the Job training will be in the work place whilst working as an apprentice, supporting the children between the ages of 0 and 5 years old. You will attend Online Masterclass once per month and will have ongoing support and meetings from your skills coach and employer/mentor About The Employer Here at Ellesmere Children's Centre, we strive to provide award winning, Ofsted rated OUTSTANDING childcare in the Burngreave area of Sheffield. We are led by a dynamic committee of volunteers. The centre has a culturally diverse, competent, multilingual staff team. We are dedicated to ensuring that every child who walks through our door feels a part of “our” wider family environment. It is our hope that each child is able to flourish to their individual but full potential. We feel that good play experiences are key to engaging into the many facets of the world.As part of our ethos we encourage all children, staff and any users of the centre to; Respect Others Understand Others Enjoy Difference Embrace life which is all around us. We are a non-for-profit, charitable organisation which remains focused by ensuring all children who attend the centre receive the care and education required to support their unique potential. Skills Required
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness Training Provider JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED Course/Training Early years educator (level 3) Apply by: 12/10/2026 Apply now on the GOV.UK apprenticeship site