Apprentice Nursery Assistant

Do you like working with children? Want to work and gain a Level 3 early years educator qualification. Then this apprenticeship might be right for you!

What you'll do

• Work in partnership with the Manager, Deputy and Nursery Nurses to ensure the daily running of the nursery
• To deliver high quality, child-centred care in line with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and our inspecting body OFSTED
• To work in partnership with the room leader and management team in order to meet and exceed legal requirements placed upon the nursery
• To take equal responsibility with other practitioners for planning an interesting and varied curriculum that is based on the needs of the children in our care
• To implement planned activities and reflect on the outcome and effectiveness of our practice
• To develop high quality, professional partnerships with all staff, parents and other professionals as well as outside agencies
• To take responsibility for Health and Safety and Safeguarding on a daily basis
• To complete all required coursework and submit it to your assessor in a timely manner to ensure you are progressing through the course
• To attend all appointments booked with your assessor

Training

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Paediatric First Aid Training
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
• Training delivery method to be confirmed

After the apprenticeship

• The successful candidate can possibly progress into employment or onto further training at college

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Creative

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)

Things to consider

Note: If you do not have the desirable qualifications or work experience, First Rung can assist you with training and work experience opportunities. Please do not contact the employer directly — all enquiries must go through First Rung.

About the employer

We are a privately owned nursery, established in 2013. At Little Miracles Day Nursery, we aim to promote and provide a positive, friendly, stimulating, safe and healthy environment for all children.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: FIRST RUNG LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 35 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.
• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £14,560 a year