Apprentice Early Years Educator - Northallerton, DL6 2YD

Apprentice Early Years Educator required at Rosedene Northallerton. We are looking for someone with a love of working with children where you will gain an Early Years Educator Level 3 qualification, organise resources for activities and experiences in the nursery.

What you'll do

• To ensure high standards in all aspects of care and development in line with the EYFS for all children attending the nursery
• To organise resources for activities and experiences in the nursery
• To assist in enhancing the developmental progress of children
• To implement the daily routine within the nursery
• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and good housekeeping
• To maintain a thorough knowledge of all the nursery's policies and procedures, ensuring that they are followed and respected

Training

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
• Apprentices must successfully complete the Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency

The training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

After the apprenticeship

• For the successful candidate, there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification

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

Things to consider

Due to the nature of the role, a driving licence and access to transport would be desirable.

About the employer

Rosedene Nurseries - Northallerton Day Nursery & Childcare

Rosedene Northallerton is situated within the Standard Way Industrial Estate, a short distance from Northallerton High Street

We are Ofsted Rated Good and the only Curiosity Accredited setting in the region, we provide exceptional education and care for children aged from 6 weeks to 11 years old. As well as offering Holiday Club, Breakfast Club, Afterschool Club, School Pick Up/Drop Off and Wrap Around.

At Rosedene Northallerton, the children enjoy a variety of curious learning activities, which include forest school sessions within our large outdoor areas which can utilised all year round. All activities support the development of our children's confidence, social skills, learning capacity, curiosity, enthusiasm, communication, problem-solving skills, emotional well-being, as well as the 7 EYFS learning areas.

The children love to get out and about locally too, we have built a strong partnership with Mount Vale Care Home, who we regularly visit and we enjoy walks around the community. We have been known to visit some of the High Streets favourite shops such as, Bettys of Northallerton, Lewis & Coopers, and Sam Turners Garden Centre. We also enjoy a visit to our friends down the road, at Rosedene Broomfield.

We offer private childcare, tax-free childcare and 15 & 30 hour free funded places - if you're not sure what you could be eligible too feel free to send us an email or, book a visit and our team will be happy to discuss all of your options with you.

Book a visit, come and see the facilities, meet our amazing Northallerton team, learn about the Rosedene ethos and ask as many questions as you like!

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 3 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: We are open from 7.30am - 6.00pm, 51 weeks of the year. You will be working a 30-hour week to cover these times (To be confirmed).
• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year