Early Years Apprentice - Chantreyland Children’s Nursery

  • Company: CHANTREYLAND CHILDRENS NURSERY LTD
  • Location: S8 8JW
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000056507
  • Application Deadline Date: 26/11/2026
  • Start Date: 30/11/2026
  • Positions Available: 3
  • Working Week: Minimum of 32 hrs per week. Monday to Friday, 4 days per week. Shifts to be agreed at offer stage.

Brief Description

Are you a passionate early years practitioner looking to continue to develop your career in a nursery setting? Chantreyland Children’s Nursery have a great opportunity to train as an Early Years Educator Apprentice and gain your level 3 whilst supporting children's learning, play and development and building key relationships.

Training to be Provided

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 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 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

  • 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.

Future Prospects

Secure job when qualification is gained, progression potential in a fast growing company.

Vacancy Detail

Chantreyland Children’s Nursery is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Educator Apprentice with a genuine passion for Early Years Education, working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.


Come and join our beautiful, nursery, where we are providing 0-5 year olds with an exemplary early years learning experience, to help them become the children most likely to succeed in today’s world.

About the Role


As an Apprentice, you’ll be tasked with providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children aged  9 month old -5 years, in our beautiful setting.



  • Key responsibilities include:

    To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years

  • To ensure that the nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others

  • To develop partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development

  • To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Nursery Manager/Nursery Manager

  • To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship, which will lead to a nationally recognised qualification, that is fully transferable to other employers


What We Offer



  • Polo, Jumper and coat provided

  • 22.4 holidays including bank holidays

  • Staff Childcare discount 40%


Your Future with Us



  • Supportive Team: You’ll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development

  • Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one

  • High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training

  • Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions

Other Information

Enhanced DBS required and annual subscription to DSB update service.

Ready to start your adventure?