Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice

Looking for a career where your “office” is a world of curiosity, messy play and lightbulb moments? Earn while you learn in a supportive environment that truly values its staff. Sherwell Valley is seeking a dedicated, creative and energetic Early Years Educator Apprentice to join our fantastic EYFS team.

What you'll do

Maintain resources and equipment:

• Help to keep all Early Years resources, equipment, and play areas clean, tidy, and in good repair, reporting any damage or need for replacement.

Communicate effectively:

• Liaise regularly with the class teacher, other school staff, and parents/carers (as directed) regarding children's progress, needs, and any relevant observations.

Contribute to children's personal care:

• Assist children with personal care routines, such as toileting and hand washing, promoting independence and good hygiene practices.

Participate in professional development:

• Engage in training and development opportunities to continually enhance your knowledge and skills in Early Years education and childcare.

Collaborate effectively:

• Work as a valued member of the Early Years team, contributing positively to the staff dynamic and supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals for the children.
• Maintain a positive attitude:

Approach your duties with enthusiasm, confidence, and conscientiousness, always striving to promote good practice in all aspects of your role.

After the apprenticeship

Potential position.

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

Qualifications

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

About the employer

A very warm welcome to Sherwell Valley Primary School. At Sherwell Valley our children always come first. Through our vision of ‘Excellence in all we do', we aim to provide an excellent education which empowers our children to take ownership of themselves, others and the world around them. We encourage and inspire our children through creating engaging, safe, happy, supportive and nurturing environments that allow children to flourish and leave our school with a life-long love of learning, confident and ready for the next steps in their life journey.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 37.5 hours a week. Working week: 37.5hrs Per Week - Monday- Friday (39 weeks per year term time).

Shifts TBC.

• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £21,857.32 a year