Aspiring Early Years Educator (L3) – Childcare Apprentice

Shaping Lives; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 22,923,000 - 34,385,000; Full time

Job summary

The Willow Tree Nursery in Wakefield is seeking a caring and motivated Level 3 Nursery Apprentice. You will work with experienced nursery practitioners to support children aged 0-5 through play, learning activities and daily care while progressing toward the Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, complete coursework, and contribute to a nurturing learning environment within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must be working toward Level 3 Nursery Apprenticeship
• Willing to study toward the Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3
• Commitment to learning and completing coursework

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities to support children’s development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Assist with children’s daily routines including meals, personal care and rest times.
• Observe and record children’s progress and development.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies.
• Work as part of a team to provide high-quality childcare.
• Attend training sessions and complete coursework as part of the apprenticeship.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Teamwork

Observation

Education

Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3

Job description

The Willow Tree Nursery in Wakefield is seeking a caring and motivated Level 3 Nursery Apprentice. You will work with experienced nursery practitioners to support children aged 0-5 through play, learning activities and daily care while progressing toward the Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, complete coursework, and contribute to a nurturing learning environment within a supportive team.