Early Years Educator Apprentice – Earn While You Learn in EYFS

Realise; Winnersh; On-site; GBP 20,058,000 - 25,789,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Staff referral scheme

Annual Christmas Party

Health & wellbeing programme

Sick pay

Job summary

Realise is offering an Early Years Modern Apprenticeship, guiding you toward a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. You will gain hands-on experience with children from birth to five, under the supervision of qualified staff.

You will complete on-the-job training and 20% off-the-job learning within a 40-hour week, supported in a nurturing environment that values safeguarding, development, and strong communication with colleagues and families.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English at grade 4/C or higher, or be willing to complete functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
• Strong interest in working with children and developing a career in childcare.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with staff, children and families.
• Training to be provided during the apprenticeship to achieve Level 3 Early Years Educator.

Responsibilities

• Plan, monitor and evaluate activities for children from birth to approximately five years old.
• Care for children within a key person structure and support daily routines.
• Create a stimulating learning environment with displays and resources.
• Assist with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery.
• Support safeguarding and welfare of the children at all times.
• Work in line with the EYFS framework and learn nursery routines.

Skills

Effective communication

Safeguarding awareness

Relationship building

Confidentiality

Initiative

Reliability

Passion for working with children

Training to be Provided

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Realise is offering an Early Years Modern Apprenticeship, guiding you toward a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. You will gain hands-on experience with children from birth to five, under the supervision of qualified staff.

You will complete on-the-job training and 20% off-the-job learning within a 40-hour week, supported in a nurturing environment that values safeguarding, development, and strong communication with colleagues and families.