Early Years Educator Apprentice
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Company: ABINGTON VALE PLAYSCHOOL
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Location: NORTHAMPTON, NN3 3AF
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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-2000014425
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Application Deadline Date: 30/04/2026
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Start Date: 01/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: To be discussed with the employer.
Brief Description
As an Early Years Apprentice at Abington Vale Playschool, you’ll support children aged 2–5 through play-based learning, help plan activities, observe progress, and assist children with varied needs. You’ll uphold safeguarding and work with families while gaining training, skills, and a recognised qualification.
Training to be Provided
- 1 day per 2 weeks to take place at Northampton College
Future Prospects
- Abington Vale Playschool supports staff development and progression within early years education. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress to a qualified Early Years Practitioner role, subject to availability
- Staff are encouraged to continue their professional development through further training and qualifications, with the opportunity to take on increased responsibilities as skills, confidence, and experience grow
Vacancy Detail
The apprentice will be expected to support the day-to-day running of the setting, including supervising children, assisting with activities, and maintaining a safe, clean, and stimulating environment.
Duties will include
- Supporting toileting and care routines, preparing and tidying resources, assisting with snack and lunch club, and working both indoors and outdoors
- The role also involves completing paperwork for key children, such as observations, learning journeys, and next steps, contributing to assessments, and following all safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality procedures, with guidance and support from experienced staff
Other Information
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references. A commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and adherence to all playschool policies and procedures is essential. The role requires reliability, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, along with a willingness to complete required training and paperwork for the apprenticeship.