Early Years Educator Apprentice

On-the-job training as an Early Years Educator Apprentice, supporting the children between the ages of 0 and 5 years old. If you are a qualified Early Years Practitioner with a Level 2 qualification, this would be your next level in progression to be Qualified as an Early Years Educator with a Level 3 qualification.

What you'll do

• Supports and delivers care and education for young children (0-5), participating in activities like crafts, music, and outdoor play, helping with personal care (feeding, changing)
• Observing children's development
• Maintaining a safe environment
• Building parent partnerships, and completing academic coursework alongside practical training to meet EYFS standards

Training

• On-the-job training, you will be taught by your manager and other qualified early years staff within the setting
• Monthly online virtual masterclasses with the training provider and other students doing the same qualification
• Monthly virtual online masterclasses with the training providers skills coach who supports you through your apprenticeship

After the apprenticeship

• Fully Qualified Early Years Educator
• Could then progress to be a room leader
• Level 5 early years as a manager or deputy

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)
• Desired: Early Years Practitioner Level 2, Early Years (grade Level 2)

Things to consider

• Would be required to pass an enhanced DBS check
• Be patient and understanding for the needs of children
• Be committed to completing the apprenticeship with a passion and vision for a career in Early Years

About the employer

Granby Nurseries offer childcare services and facilities in the Rotherham and Worksop areas

We are a family business providing quality childcare in a happy and friendly environment and continue to build on our excellent reputation. Your child will receive nursery care and education of the highest quality to enable them to reach their full potential.

Our staff pride themselves on their excellent relationships with children, parents and carers.

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: Shifts will be between the hours of 7.30am and 6.00pm.
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year