Early Years Educator Apprentice

Realise Training Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tots Team in Leeds is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our brand-new setting at Headingley Train Station. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment for children under five, planning and delivering activities aligned with EYFS and Birth to 5 Matters.

As part of the role you will observe children, manage care routines with compassion, and work with parents and colleagues to support each child's well-being.

Qualifications

• Maths and English at level 2 or equivalent.
• Option for skills Bootcamp to start accelerated apprenticeship at level 3.
• Able to use initiative.
• Passionate about childcare.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children under five.
• Carry out observations and manage care routines with compassion.
• Work closely with parents, colleagues and professionals to support well-being.
• Support children through key transitions and safeguarding.
• Be a key person to help children feel safe and valued.

Skills

Self-motivation

Deadline management

Time management

Learner mindset

Education

Maths & English L2

Level 3 apprenticeship pathway

Job description

Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Company: The Tots Team

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who place the child at the heart of everything they do. At our brand-new setting based at Headingley Train Station, we have multiple positions available for those committed to making every day a positive and enriching experience for children under five.

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Birth to 5 Matters frameworks, offering a balance of structured adult-led activities and child-initiated play. Our outdoor areas are designed to extend learning across all seven areas of the curriculum. As part of the role, you will plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child's interests and developmental needs, promote literacy, numeracy, and language skills, and act as a key person to help children feel safe and valued.

You will carry out observations, manage care routines with compassion, and work closely with parents, colleagues, and professionals to support each child's well-being. Supporting children through key transitions and ensuring safeguarding and equality are also essential aspects of the role. We are seeking educators who bring energy, creativity, and initiative to both the room and the lives of the children. Salary is dependent on experience.

Qualifications required

• Maths and English at level 2 or equivalent
• Option for skills Bootcamp course to start accelerated apprenticeship at level 3 for the right candidate
• Able to use initiative and
• Passionate about childcare

Skills required

• Self-motivation
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Time management
• Committed to being a learner and completing the course

Future Prospects

Career Development and progression and room leader

Other Information

• Shifts - Monday to Friday
• Salary is based on experience
• Safeguarding is paramount, so a full DBS will be obtained.
• Onsite Parking

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.