Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship

  • Company: THE TOTS TEAM LTD
  • Location: Leeds, LS5 3LD
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000013820
  • Application Deadline Date: 10/04/2026
  • Start Date: 13/04/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30am and 6.00pm

Brief Description

Planning and delivering a curriculum through play and educational activities. Supervising and leading others in the early years setting.

Training to be Provided

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:


On-the-Job Training: 



  • You will work in an early year's setting, applying what you are learning in a practical environment 


Off-the-Job Study: 



  • You will undertake formal study through a college or training provider to gain the required knowledge


End-Point Assessment (EPA): 


At the end of the apprenticeship, you will undergo an assessment to demonstrate your competence.


This typically includes:  


Professional Discussion:


A discussion with an assessor, supported by a portfolio of evidence from your work


Knowledge Test:



  • An assessment to test your theoretical knowledge


Practical Observation:



  • An observation of your work with children

Future Prospects


  • Early Years Educator

  • Room Leader

  • Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5

  • Deputy Manager

Vacancy Detail


  • Ensuring a safe, secure, and inclusive environment for children

  • Supporting and guiding children's learning and development

  • Working with families to support the child's progress

  • Supervising and leading others in the early years setting

Other Information

You will be required to have an enhanced DBS check, for this role, with no unspent convictions. Patients, Empathy and understanding are required or this role.

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