Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship

• Support the learning and development of children aged 0-5 years through play and planned activities.
• Help create a safe, caring, stimulating and inclusive environment for all children.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Assist with planning, preparing and delivering fun and educational activities.
• Observe children's progress and contribute to learning and development records.
• Support children's personal care routines, including hygiene and meal times.
• Help set up and maintain engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies and procedures.
• Work as part of the nursery team to provide high-quality childcare and education.
• Complete off-the-job training and work towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

• Training will be delivered by Best Practice Network and will take place primarily in the workplace, alongside experienced Early Years practitioners.
• The apprentice will work towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard.
• Training will be delivered through a combination of workplace learning, online sessions and regular reviews with a Best Practice Network tutor.
  The apprentice will receive dedicated off-the-job training throughout the programme.
• Regular progress reviews will be completed with the apprentice, employer and Best Practice Network to support successful completion of the qualification.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you may progress into a permanent Early Years Educator position within the nursery. There may also be opportunities to develop into senior practitioner, room leader or management roles with further experience and professional development. Wigwam Nurseries is committed to supporting career progression and ongoing training for dedicated team members.

Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Candidates should have a genuine interest in working with young children, be willing to work indoors and outdoors, and be committed to completing the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship.

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Wigwam Nurseries Ltd believes in providing quality childcare in a welcoming, stimulating and caring environment. Each nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and encompasses a child centred approach to play and learning. They adopt and work towards a creative curriculum, a passion for open ended investigation and positive outdoor experiences. Their aim is to create within each of their settings; an outstanding place for children to be well cared for and to flourish within play and learning.