Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Join Little Stepping Stones Nursery as a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice. Gain hands-on experience supporting children aged 0–5, planning fun learning activities and working with a friendly, experienced team. Receive training and mentoring while working towards your Level 3 qualification. Start your rewarding childcare career!

What you'll do

As a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice at Little Stepping Stones Nursery, you will:

• Support the daily care, learning and development of children aged 0-5 years.
• Plan and deliver fun, creative and educational activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Help create a safe, stimulating, inclusive and nurturing environment.
• Observe and record children's progress and support their individual learning needs.
• Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes, hygiene, outdoor play and rest periods.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Follow nursery safeguarding, health and safety, and child protection policies.
• Work alongside experienced practitioners and participate in training and professional development.
• Support children in developing independence, confidence, communication and social skills.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and professionalism throughout the nursery.

Training

The apprentice will attend online lessons with the training provider once a week, gaining the knowledge and skills required for the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

The remaining time will be spent gaining hands-on practical experience at Little Stepping Stones Day Nursery, working alongside experienced and qualified practitioners.

The apprentice will receive ongoing mentoring, guidance and support while applying their learning in a real nursery environment.

After the apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to secure a permanent position as a qualified Early Years Educator at Little Stepping Stones Nursery, subject to performance and vacancies.

With further experience and training, career progression opportunities may include Senior Nursery Practitioner, Room Leader, Deputy Nursery Manager and Nursery Manager.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

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

About the employer

We are a family run nursery who provides a high standard of loving care for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Within our nursery we create a fun, relaxed atmosphere with stimulating activities and surroundings to give children the best possible foundation in life. We are situated in Wandsworth in an ideal position for local parents or only a few minute's walk to the British Rail main line station for parents working in London. We are open 51 weeks a year from 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday. Closing all bank holidays and up to five working days at Christmas.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years educator (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 35 hours a week. Working week: The apprentice will work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a rota-based shift pattern within the nursery's opening hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm.
• Start date: 23 November 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £14,560 a year