Apprenticeship Level 3 Childcare

Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship

Location:

KT13 3JB

Salary:
Apprenticeship Wage – £7.55 per hour

Hours:

30 hours per week (full-time)

Start Date:

25 March (flexible)

Qualification:

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Duration: 14 months

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a nursery setting while working towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

You will be employed full‑time in a local nursery and supported throughout your apprenticeship by a dedicated in‑setting mentor and Lead Support Coaches. Your taught sessions will take place online via remote delivery, which you must be fully available to attend.

• Hold GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 (or equivalent)
• Have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years

• Working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Supporting children’s learning and development through engaging activities
• Providing a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Preparing and maintaining resources and learning spaces
• Supporting children’s self‑care and independence skills
• Assisting with the preparation of breakfast, snacks and afternoon tea
• Working effectively as part of the nursery team
• Following safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
• Promoting equality, diversity and inclusive practice
• Participating in required training, including Paediatric First Aid

On successful completion, you may progress into a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner role, with the potential for a permanent position within the nursery.

• Room Leader or management roles
• Continued professional development within early years
• Progression into primary education
• Paediatric nursing
• Other specialist roles within childcare and education