Apprentice Level 3 Early Years Educator

  • Company: Little Learners Nursery at East Huntspill Primary School
  • Location: Highbridge, TA9 3PT
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £14,452.63 per year
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000028207
  • Application Deadline Date: 29/05/2026
  • Start Date: 03/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday. 8:45am -3:15pm Term time only. 30-minutes unpaid lunch break

Brief Description

You will be actively involved within the Little Learners Preschool at East Huntspill Primary School, providing term time day care to children aged 2-4 and their families.

Training to be Provided

Fortnightly day release at SS & L.



  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required

  • End Point Assessment - Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion

  • Training will include paediatric first aid qualification

Future Prospects

Qualification and potential roles within the TPLT depending on budgetary restrictions and preschool uptake.

Vacancy Detail

The Preschool  Apprentice will assist in the development and provision of a safe, stimulating and welcoming programme of activity on a day-to-day basis to meet the children’s developmental, educational and care needs liaising with and forming positive partnerships with parents/carers.



  • Participating in the planning of activities and care for children, ensuring that the children’s learning and developmental needs are met, and that the Preschool provides a warm, welcoming and supportive environment to the children and their families

  • Assist in the preparation and provision of snacks to meet the dietary requirements of the children

  • Contribute to the Monitoring and Evaluation processes and requirements as requested by the Preschool Manager or other Preschool team members

  • Participate in maintaining the resources and equipment as required to ensure smooth and safe running of the Preschool facilities

  • Maintain appropriate records and prepare reports as required

  • Work alongside the Little Learners Preschool staff, EYFS Team, students, work experience and volunteer placements and provide support as required

  • Participate in appropriate Continued Professional Development (CPD)

  • Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.

  • Administer first aid in the event of illness or injury, prioritising and triaging cases based on urgency, and arranging for further medical assistance if required

Other Information

Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

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