Apprentice Early Years Educator - Smiles Nursery - Billingham Ts23 4AA

Are you looking for a career in childcare? Smiles Nursery - Billingham TS23 4AA are recruiting! You will be ensuring the educational, social, physical, emotional, health and welfare needs of the children are always met. During the apprenticeship, you will complete an Early Years Educator Level 3 are recruiting!

What you'll do

• Following appropriate policies, procedures and systems, ensuring the educational, social, physical, emotional, health and welfare needs of the children are always met.
• To become involved in children's activities to stimulate and extend their learning.
• To demonstrate sensitivity toward children and families within the facility.
• Assisting in the admission and induction of new children.
• Assisting in the maintenance of all necessary records to meet internal, E.Y.D.C.P., and Ofsted requirements.
• To take an active role in the promotion of excellent health and safety practices.
• To respond effectively to any health and safety issues that may arise and report any necessary matters.
• To participate in training and meetings as requested by the management team.
• Performing any other duties commensurate with the general nature of the position requested by the management team.

After the apprenticeship

For the successful candidate, there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English Language (grade 4/C or above)
• Desired: GCSE, maths (grade 4/C or above)

Things to consider

• Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Must have 2 references

About the employer

At Smiles, we're more than just an award-winning nursery—we're a vibrant, nurturing community dedicated to providing outstanding childcare for little ones from 6 weeks to 11 years old. With two fantastic locations—one nestled amidst enchanting woodland in Billingham and the other set within the picturesque grounds of Frederick Nattress in Norton—every day is an adventure waiting to happen!

We believe that the early years are magical and pivotal in a child's life. That's why we've created a warm, stimulating environment where every child can thrive, flourish, and feel truly valued. Our passionate team of early years practitioners brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and heartfelt care to inspire a love of learning through fun and engaging activities.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 4 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Setting is open Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 6pm.

30-hours per week, shifts on a rota basis.

• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year