Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprentice

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Apprentice Early Years Teaching Assistant to join the EYFS provision at Nantwich Primary Academy in Cheshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support young children's learning and development within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

What you'll do

As an Apprentice Early Years Teaching Assistant at Nantwich Primary Academy, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

You will work closely with the class teacher and experienced practitioners to help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Key responsibilities and activities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework
• Assisting with the planning, preparation and delivery of age-appropriate activities that promote learning through play
• Supporting children's development across all areas, including communication and language, physical development, and personal, social and emotional development
• Observing children's progress and contributing to assessment records, learning journals and next steps planning
• Encouraging positive behaviour by modelling appropriate interactions and supporting children to develop social skills
• Supporting children on a 1:1 basis and within small groups, including those with additional needs or SEND
• Helping to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive indoor and outdoor learning environment
• Assisting with the organisation and maintenance of classroom resources and continuous provision areas
• Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of practice
• Supporting children with daily routines, including transitions, snack times and personal care (where appropriate)
• Working in partnership with colleagues to ensure a consistent and high standard of care and education
• Developing positive relationships with children, parents/carers and staff
• Following safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare requirements at all times
• Supporting the implementation of school policies and procedures, including behaviour management and safeguarding
• Engaging in ongoing training and development as part of the apprenticeship programme
• Reflecting on your own practice and working towards achieving a recognised early years qualification

This role provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a school-based EYFS setting, while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a successful career in early years education.

Training

(The training the apprentice will undertake and the qualifications they will get at the end of the apprenticeship. Include certificates and levels they will achieve) As part of this role, the successful candidate will work towards achieving the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard, gaining the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a career in early years education. This will be fully supported by the training provider Total People Ltd, who will provide structured learning, regular coaching and ongoing assessment throughout the apprenticeship programme.

After the apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship standard, the apprentice will achieve a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification, providing them with a full licence to practise within early years settings. While this apprenticeship offers valuable experience and development opportunities at Nantwich Primary Academy, please note that full-time employment is not guaranteed upon completion.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Organisation skills
• Patience
• Team working

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

How you will get to work? What interests you about this role?

About the employer

Education

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: TOTAL PEOPLE LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 9 Months
• Hours: 36.25 hours a week. Working week: 8.15am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday. 39.2 weeks per year.
• Start date: 20 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £15,080 a year