Early Years Educator Apprentice - The Lighthouse Day Nursery
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Company: BRIGHT STARS NURSERIES UK LIMITED
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Location: CV32 5JF
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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-2000014708
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Application Deadline Date: 30/04/2026
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Start Date: 04/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage.
Brief Description
Are you a passionate early years practitioner looking to continue to develop your career in a supportive nursery setting? The Lighthouse Day Nursery have a great opportunity to train as an Early Years Educator Apprentice and gain your level 3 whilst supporting children's learning, play and development and building key relationships.
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
Permanent Role:
- Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed-term contracts to regular employment
Vacancy Detail
The Lighthouse Day Nursery is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
About the Role:
- As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development
Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as a key person for a group of children
- Supporting planning, observations, and assessments
- Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
- Creating a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework
- Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
What We Offer:
In return for your commitment, we offer:
- £500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year
- Free uniform
- Discounted childcare
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now
Your Future with Us
Supportive Team: You’ll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development
Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one
High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training
Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions
Other Information
- DBS and references required, DBS paid for by company