Apprenticeship Early Years Educator Level 3

An opportunity to apply for an Early Years level 3 apprenticeship for those that are already Early Years level 2 qualified. This apprenticeship will allow you to continue a career in childcare and will give you various career progression roots 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
• Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
• An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
• Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard
• 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, encourage ambition and growth throughout their delivery

After 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
• A possible permanent position as an Early Years level 3 qualified member of staff upon completion of apprenticeship

Skills

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

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)
• Essential: Early Years Practitioner, Early Years (grade Level 2)

About the employer

Our nursery offers a safe and secure environment. There is a self-contained baby suite in the grounds of the nursery with older children based in the main building in designated playrooms on the ground floor, and toddlers are cared for on the first floor. The nursery has a large enclosed garden area available for outdoor play, and we have exciting plans to develop a mud kitchen this year to provide even more opportunity for children to develop their key skills further.

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: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday. Shift patterns between 7.00am - 6.00pm.
• Start date: 21 October 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £12,480 a year