Apprenticeship Early Years Educator.

An opportunity to apply for an early years childcare apprenticeship, to start a career in childcare and various career progression routes and further training upon completion.

What you'll do

• 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

• Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
• 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, your premier UK training provider dedicated to unlocking the potential of individuals and businesses alike
• Juniper is committed to providing flexible and innovative training solutions and courses to help businesses and individuals grow
• Specialising in Pre-Apprenticeships and Apprenticeships, our team of sector experts, with a wealth of diverse experience, encourages ambition and growth throughout their delivery

After the apprenticeship

• A possible permanent position as an Early Years level 3 qualified member of staff upon completion of the apprenticeship
• By completing the Early Years level 3 apprenticeship, this confirms that you have gained the relevant skills and behaviours alongside competence under supervision in these areas and serves as a progression pathway to the required successful career in childcare

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Creative
• Patience

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Sherwood Green Gateway BD10 Day nursery is a beautiful light and airy setting. We take children between the ages of 0 to 5 years and our aim is to provide high quality childcare in a setting where children are excited to come each day.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years practitioner (level 2), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday. Shift patterns, 7.00am- 6.00pm.
• Start date: 2 December 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £16,640 a year