Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship
PEPPERBERRY DAY NURSERIES LTD · WILMSLOW, SK9 5EL
Early years educator (level 3)
Working as part of a highly motivated team dedicated to providing a high standard of holistic care and development for all children attending the setting, safeguarding children and health and safety etc. Working within current guidelines and legislation regarding the care and education of young children. You will receive a level 3 qualification.
The work
- To work as part of a highly motivated team dedicated to providing a high standard of holistic care and development for all children attending the setting
- To gain a good knowledge of the policies and procedures within the nursery for such events as illness, accidents, safeguarding children and health and safety etc.
- Working within current guidelines and legislation regarding the care and education of young children
- To work towards gaining a standard required under the Level 3 Child Care qualification held
- Contribute to ensuring that mandatory paperwork (accident, incident, health and safety lists, risk assessments, medicine logs) are being completed in line with nursery procedures
- To ensure that practice within the area of responsibility is consistent with the standards laid down in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- To work with qualified room staff to create and maintain a stimulating and challenging environment which meets the diverse needs of all children attending
- With support and guidance of qualified staff create and maintain a stimulating outdoor area supporting all areas of learning with support and guidance of qualified room staff ensure development reviews are being completed in line with the statuary requirement, following transition procedures set out by room leaders
- To liaise and engage with parents who access the Nursery, to provide advice and support and answer questions in line with the settings
- Key Person role: To develop personal skills and practice within the EYFS framework and standards and undertake any professional development as identified during performance monitoring at staff supervisions
Training
- An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
- You will gain an NVQ Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification at the end of the course
- Your Skills coach will be there to support you throughout and visit your setting
- You will complete your Level 3 Paediatric First Aid
- Functional skills training if necessary
Training provider: JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
What you come out with
- Room Leader
- Team Leader
- Section Leader
- Eary Years Lead Practitioner Level 5
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English 4
- Desired · GCSE Maths 4
Things to consider
You will need to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for this position. You will need to be patient and have empathy to do this role and have a passion to develop children's learning. Be able to commit to the hours and length of the apprenticeship.
The employer
At Pepperberry Nursery and Preschool in Wilmslow, we provide a warm, stimulating environment where your child can learn, enjoy and flourish. Our experienced team is dedicated to fostering a love of discovery and preparing children for their journey into full-time education. With a focus on tailored care and enriching activities, we ensure every child feels valued, happy, and confident.
Workplace
- CYGNET COURT, HAWTHORN STREET, WILMSLOW, SK9 5EL