Early Years Apprenticeship

  • Company: Vineyard Organic Day Nursery
  • Location: Richmond, TW10 6PB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000045710
  • Application Deadline Date: 30/09/2026
  • Start Date: 14/10/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using your own initiative are essential. The minimum working week will be 30+ hours, Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Brief Description

Work in a welcoming childcare setting, supporting children aged 0-5. During this 14-month apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience while working towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. We're looking for someone enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn, building skills for a rewarding childcare career.

Training to be Provided

You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years.



  • Your apprenticeship will last for 14-months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff within the nursery

  • This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment and punctuality for you to be successful

  • This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles and career paths within the childcare sector

  • Training will take place in the workplace

  • You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 1 day a week for the first 8 weeks of your 14-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor

  • You will complete a qualification in paediatric first aid

Future Prospects

Developing into a Level 3 Practitioner, with the potential of a full-time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for: 



  • Room leader positions

  • Possible management training

  • Springboard into primary education

  • Paediatric nursing

  • Continuous development in current nursery setting

Vacancy Detail

Creating fun, engaging and safe environment for the children.



  • Teaching within the EYFS requirements

  • Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities

  • Supporting the children with a range of self-care needs such as feeding and personal hygiene

  • Communicating with other team members and parents

  • Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0-5

  • Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, and provide a high level of service for the childcare setting

Other Information

You will need to attend online training with your Tutor for 1-day a week for the first 8-weeks of the apprenticeship. A laptop / PC will be essential for your online classroom-based learning. You will be working the remainder of the time within the nursery with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor and the staff in the nursery.

Ready to start your adventure?