Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship
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Company: RAINBOW DAY NURSERY (BROMLEY LTD
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Location: BR2 9AF
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000054561
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Application Deadline Date: 01/12/2026
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Start Date: 02/12/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed between 8.00am - 6.00pm.
Brief Description
We are recruiting an enthusiastic and caring Nursery Apprentice to join our friendly team. This is a work-based apprenticeship programme that allows you to gain a Level 3 Early Years qualification while earning and developing hands-on experience in a professional nursery setting.
Training to be Provided
- Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid OR Level 3 Award Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Apprentices will achieve an EYE qualification which has been approved to count towards the EYFS level 3 child: staff ratios
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
Future Prospects
- Once you finish the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to continue working for the same company and/or progress to the next level of apprenticeship
- Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
- Early Years Educators are found in a range of settings which can include day nurseries, playgroups, nursery schools, pre-schools, kindergartens, primary schools, hospitals, social care settings, out of school environments and local authority provision, giving you a broad range of employment opportunities
Vacancy Detail
- Support the delivery of high-quality, inclusive care and education for children aged 4 months to 5 years
- Assist in planning and delivering age-appropriate, stimulating activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Help create a safe, nurturing and welcoming environment for children
- Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Work effectively as part of a team to meet the individual needs of children
- Follow all Rainbow Day Nurseries’ policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety
- Participate fully in training, meetings and professional development opportunities
- Undertake and complete the requirements of the apprenticeship qualification
Other Information
- Enthusiastic, positive and proactive attitude
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Willingness to work in partnership with parents and carers
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Willingness to complete an appropriate Paediatric First Aid qualification if not already held
Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment.
All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including DBS clearance, scrutiny of employment history, robust references and other vetting checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.