Early Years Educator, Level 3 Apprentice

  • Company: SMART KIDS DAY NURSERY LTD
  • Location: SE15 2LB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000034902
  • Application Deadline Date: 03/07/2026
  • Start Date: 06/07/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday- Friday, 7.30am- 4.30pm, or 8.00am- 5.00pm, or 9.00am- 6.00pm.

Brief Description

Our Early Years Apprenticeships will develop your knowledge and skills, giving you the chance to earn and learn at the same time. We offer a competitive apprenticeship salary, paid exam days, lunch, NUS & Oyster Benefits. As a caring company, we value our employees and provide constant opportunities to train and progress in your career.

Training to be Provided


  • The qualification you'll receive at the end of your training will be an NVQ Level 3 Early Years Educator

  • Training will include a Paediatric First Aid qualification 

  • The apprentice will do their training at the nursery premises and online

  • The training will be one day a week

  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Future Prospects


  • Upon successfully completing your apprenticeship you may be offered a permanent position at one of our nursery sites as a Level 3 Nursery Educator

  • We also provide ongoing training, which could provide opportunities to progress towards room leader, deputy manager and manager positions

Vacancy Detail


  • Build good relationships with children, parents, and your colleagues

  • Safeguard all children in our care

  • Ensure that children are in a safe environment and that their needs are met

  • Observe, monitor and engage children in activities that will support their development in all the 7 areas of learning

Ready to start your adventure?