Early Years Educator (Level 3)

Littlegates for Little People · Newark, UK

Salary
£14,976 a year
Level
Level 3
Duration
1 Year 1 Month
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Qualification
Level 3 Early Years Educator
Training provider
SWIFT ACI LIMITED

About the role

This apprenticeship is ideal for someone with some prior knowledge and experience within a nursery or school setting and especially someone passionate in childcare and early years, looking to further their career.

Duties:

Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun.

Supporting children's learning and development, including supporting planning and observations.

Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children.

Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.

Supporting children's self-help needs.

Being creative and enthusiastic.

Following safeguarding rules.

Undertaking First Aid training as required.

Undertaking training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required.

Ensuring that all Health and Hygiene requirements are always adhered to.

Career progression after completion includes developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a permanent position. There is also the potential to go into other childcare-oriented roles such as social work, teaching, or managerial positions.

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above. Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential. Must be creative, enthusiastic, patient, non-judgemental, and able to take initiative.

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