Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship

Planning and delivering a curriculum through play and educational activities. Supervising and leading others in the early years setting.

What you'll do

• Planning and delivering a curriculum through play and educational activities
• Supervising and leading others in the early years setting

Training

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

On-the-Job Training:

• You will work in an early year's setting, applying what you are learning in a practical environment

Off-the-Job Study:

• You will undertake formal study through a college or training provider to gain the required knowledge

End-Point Assessment (EPA):

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will undergo an assessment to demonstrate your competence.

This typically includes:

Professional Discussion:

A discussion with an assessor, supported by a portfolio of evidence from your work

Knowledge Test:

• An assessment to test your theoretical knowledge

Practical Observation:

• An observation of your work with children
• Attend Monthly virtual masterclasses with other students doing the same apprenticeship and the skills coach
• Off the job training
• Assignments set that have to be recorded

After the apprenticeship

• Early Years Educator
• Room Leader
• Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5
• Deputy Manager

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

• You will be required to have an enhanced DBS check, for this role, with no unspent convictions. Patients, Empathy and understanding are required or this role

About the employer

We provide an inclusive, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive. We celebrate individuality, embrace diversity, and work in partnership with parents and carers as children's first educator. Together, we create a sense of community, where children actively participate in both family and community life.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 36 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30am and 6.00pm. will be varied on a rota.
• Start date: 4 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £14,976 a year