Early Years Apprentice Level 3
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Company: Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery
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Location: Stotfold, SG5 4BH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £302.00 per week
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Sector: Early Years
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Ref: VAC-01203
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Application Deadline Date: 30/09/2025
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Start Date: 31/10/2025
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday to Friday - 40 Hours per week
Brief Description
A fantastic opportunity to grow your career in early years and get to work with children every day. The nursery is located on a working farm, meaning our children have access to a whole farm and all the adventures that it is able to bring them! You will be supporting the team with planning and delivering varied activities with the children.
Qualifications Required
GCSE – grades 5-9/A-C - preferable
Experience of, and commitment to, outdoor learning i.e., Forest School. Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
Experience of supporting children within a Nursery setting - desirable
Personal Qualities
Friendly
Enthusiastic
Committed
Professional
Motivated
Able to have fun!
Skills Required
Willingness to learn.
Able to follow direction
Ability to work well under pressure.
Able to reflect and learn from personal actions and experience
Calm in all circumstances.
Able to work on own initiative.
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 20% 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
Full time position & qualification
Vacancy Detail
As an Early Years Apprentice at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery, you will play an important role in supporting the care and development of young children. With guidance, you will contribute to maintaining high standards across the nursery, including the learning environment and resources, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage. Your responsibilities will include preparing and supervising activities, ensuring children are safe and supported at all times, and promoting equal opportunities for all. You will be expected to act as a positive role model, maintain confidentiality, and build professional relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers. You’ll also be responsible for reporting any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Officer, adhering to health and safety policies, and participating in staff meetings, planning sessions, and training. This role requires a positive attitude, teamwork, and a commitment to upholding the nursery’s values.
Other Information
DBS is required Close to transport links onsite parking