Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship - Orchard Lea Nursery Kingswood

  • Company ORCHARD LEA NURSERY LIMITED
  • Location BS15 1DX
  • Type Apprenticeship
  • Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector Education and early years
  • Ref NAS-2000063831
  • Application Deadline Date 14/12/2026
  • Start Date 21/12/2026
  • Positions Available 1
  • Working Week Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm

Brief Description

Orchard Lea Nursery in Kingswood is looking for an enthusiastic and caring Early Years Apprentice to join its friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working with young children, supporting their learning and development, and helping to create a safe, happy and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Training to be Provided

The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard qualification (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours). This will be delivered in the workplace. Off-the-job training will be given as a minimum of 6 hours per week to complete all the necessary training, this will be delivered in the workplace.

Within this standard you will also complete:

  • Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
  • Functional skills maths and English, if required

Future Prospects

For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

Vacancy Detail

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work:

  • Under supervision, keep records of children’s development and learning journeys
  • Liaise professionally with and support parents and other family members
  • Be able to work well in a team
  • Attend out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parent's evenings, fundraising events, etc.
  • To ensure high standards in all aspects of care and development in line with the EYFS for all children attending the nursery
  • To organise resources for activities and experiences in the nursery
  • To assist in enhancing the developmental progress of children
  • To implement the daily routine within the nursery
  • To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and good housekeeping
  • To maintain a thorough knowledge of all the nursery’s policies and procedures, ensuring that they are followed and respected

Full description will be given at the interview.

Other Information

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