Nursery Educator Apprenticeship

  • Company: TOTSTARS LTD
  • Location: Croydon, CR0 5AQ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000003321
  • Application Deadline Date: 24/05/2026
  • Start Date: 07/06/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using own initiative are essential. The minimum working week will be 30+ hours, Monday - Friday, shifts TBC.

Brief Description

Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0–5. You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years Your apprenticeship will last for 14 months This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful.

Training to be Provided

Level 3 Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator



  • You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma in Early Years

  • Your apprenticeship will last for 14 months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff within the nursery.

  • This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful.

  • This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles & career paths within the childcare sector.

  • Training will take place in the workplace.

  • You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 1 day a week for the first 8 weeks of your 14-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning, and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.

  • You will complete a qualification in paediatric first aid.

Future Prospects

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full-time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:



  • Room Leader positions.

  • Possible management training.

  • Springboard into primary education.

  • Paediatric nursing.

  • Continuous development in current nursery setting.

Vacancy Detail


  • Creating a fun, engaging and safe environment for the children.

  • Teaching within the EYFS requirements.

  • Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities.

  • Supporting the children with a range of self-care needs, such as feeding and personal hygiene.

  • Communicating with other team members and parents.

  • Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0–5.

  • Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, and provide a high level of service for the childcare setting.

Ready to start your adventure?