Early Years Educator Apprentice - Gateway

As an apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience while working towards your qualification, supported by experienced practitioners every step of the way.

• Support the daily care, learning, and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging activities to support children’s learning
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with meal times, personal care routines, and promoting independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
• Observe children and contribute to learning journeys and assessments
• Support children’s emotional wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour
• Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health & safety
• Work as part of a team and participate in training sessions and meetings
• Develop knowledge and skills while completing apprenticeship coursework

Full training and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship

Company uniform

Staff incentives and recognition

Discounted childcare

Free meals during shifts

Paid holidays

A friendly and supportive team environment

Clear career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in early years education with a supportive nursery that values growth and development.

Monday
- Friday, from 30-40 hours a week, shifts to be discussed at offer stage

GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in maths and English desired

• Kind, caring, and patient nature
• Friendly and approachable
• Enthusiastic and motivated to learn
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Good timekeeping and attendance
• Professional and respectful towards children, parents, and colleagues
• Creative and energetic
• Able to use own initiative and work as part of a team
• Positive attitude with a willingness to develop new skills

• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• Positive, caring, and enthusiastic attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
  
  Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Creative and able to engage children in activities
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and health & safety is desirable
• Ability to work in a fast-paced nursery environment
• Good literacy and numeracy skills preferred

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Successful apprentices may have the opportunity to progress into a permanent Early Years Practitioner role upon completion. We also offer continued professional development and support to gain further childcare qualifications.

14 Months

Company:
Realise Training Salary: £8 to £8 a week

Hours:

Full-time

Location:

Bradford, BD10 0JR
Job type:
Apprenticeship Posting date: 6 Oct 2026 Closing date: 31 Oct 2026

As an apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience while working towards your qualification, supported by experienced practitioners every step of the way.

• Support the daily care, learning, and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and deliver fun,…