Early Years Apprentice

An opportunity to apply for an Early Years level 3

apprenticeship. This apprenticeship will allow you to

continue a career in childcare, and will give you

various career progression roots and further training

upon completion.

What you'll do

What you'll do at work

Assisting in delivering a high level of

quality childcare maintaining a

professional and positive outcome for both

children and staff

Building effective relationships with

children, parents and team members

Ensuring each child's individual needs are

met

Work towards the apprenticeship

standards provided by Juniper Training

with an expectation of completion within

the agreed timeframe

Completing a wide range of bespoke

childcare courses and short training

sessions to ensure that the highest quality

childcare practice is delivered

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a

college or other training organisation. At least 20% of

your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Juniper training

After the apprenticeship

Qualified role

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

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

About the employer

We take pride in our highly committed, experienced, and qualified team, who are dedicated to supporting and nurturing every child's natural curiosity and creativity.

Our passionate practitioners are devoted to helping each child reach their full potential, providing holistic care while keeping your child at the heart of everything we do. Through thoughtful encouragement and tailored support, our team fosters a playful and explorative environment where children can develop, grow, and spark a lifelong love for learning.

At Sherwood Green, we believe every child deserves the best start in life, and we are here to make that happen.

The team actively encourage and promote the explorative and playful nature of the children to promote their development and spark a love of learning.

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: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to friday shift patterns
• Start date: 30 October 2026
• Positions available: 3
• Wage: £16,640 a year