Early Years Educator Apprentice (Level 3)
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Company HAPPYFEET PRESCHOOL PENGUINS LIMITED
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Provider DN COLLEGES GROUP
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Location Scunthorpe, DN15 9RG
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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-2000064022
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Application Deadline Date 27/11/2026
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Start Date 07/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week Monday to Friday 7.30am-3.30pm
Brief Description
We’re seeking an enthusiastic and caring Early Years Educator Apprentice to join our team. Gain hands-on experience supporting young children while working towards a qualification. Learn from experienced practitioners, develop key skills, and help create a safe, happy and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
Training to be Provided
Training will be at North Lindsey College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer.
Day release:
- You will undertake the Level 3 Early Years Educator standard.
- You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or Maths if needed.
You will undertake both on and off-the-job training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge and experience that will help you become an early years educator of the future!
Future Prospects
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.
Vacancy Detail
General duties including:
- Supporting children with their learning, play and development through fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
- Helping to create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment where children feel happy, secure and confident.
- Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development, encouraging positive relationships and independence.
- Assisting with daily routines, in line with the setting's policies and procedures.
- Observing children's progress and contributing to assessments and records of their development.
- Working alongside experienced early years practitioners to plan and deliver activities that meet children's individual needs.
- Building positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues to support children's learning and wellbeing.
- Following safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality procedures to ensure the welfare of all children.
- Attending college or training sessions and completing coursework and assessments required for the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.
Other Information
You must be able to travel to and from work and college.
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide is updated every April (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
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