Early Years Educator L3 Apprenticeship
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Company: MORE THAN TALKING LTD
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Location: SHEFFORD, SG17 5BH
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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-2000028938
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Application Deadline Date: 26/06/2026
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Start Date: 02/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 4 days per week. Exact working days and shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Early Years Educators work with and care for children from birth to 5 years. They play an important role in supporting children to have the best start to their education. As an Early Years specialist, you will personally help to close the attainment gap and increase the life chances of the children in your care.
Training to be Provided
- Apprentices complete the BTEC Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Educators, delivered as work-based learning by an appointed Skills Coach who works with the apprentice and the employer to plan and review work to be completed towards the qualification
- Apprentices get 6 off-the-job hours in which to complete work required, within their working week
- There is an additional opportunity to complete maths & English qualifications up to level 2 via online sessions
- Paediatric first aid qualification
Future Prospects
- Successful candidates may be considered for progression vacancies on completion of this apprenticeship with this nursery, as available
Vacancy Detail
- Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents, and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures
- Use play to support children in understanding and encourage healthy life choices
- Identify issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that the welfare and safety of children are promoted and safeguarded, and report any child protection concerns to the person in charge
- Carry out self-reflection and use continuous professional development opportunities to improve practice
- Undertake specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting
- Use their knowledge of child development to work with parents and carers to improve children's outcomes and wellbeing, including those with disabilities and additional needs
- Contribute to the planning and organisation of activities and children's individual experiences, which will support and extend the children’s learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Communicate and engage with children to support their learning and development
- Support the collection of accurate and up-to-date records which identify children’s individual needs, abilities and progress and use these as a basis for future planning
- Support the well-being of all children, including those with additional needs and disabilities
Other Information
This vacancy will be withdrawn on placement of an apprentice, the employer is keen to find the right candidate as soon as possible.