Early Years Educator Apprentice - Gateway

Realise Training; Bradford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company uniform

Staff incentives

Discounted childcare

Free meals

Paid holidays

Supportive team

Career progression

Job summary

Realise Training in Bradford is offering an Early Years Educator Apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on experience while working towards your qualification, supported by experienced practitioners every step of the way.

You will train for 14 months, 30-40 hours per week, with on‑the‑job learning and 20% off-the-job training provided by Realise. The role includes safeguarding, teamwork, and progression opportunities within a friendly nursery environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in maths and English.
• Apprenticeship programme with Level 3 Early Years Educator standard.
• Support from experienced practitioners throughout the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily care, learning, and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging activities to support children’s learning
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with meal times, personal care routines, and promoting independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
• Observe children and contribute to learning journeys and assessments
• Support children’s emotional wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour
• Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health & safety
• Work as part of a team and participate in training sessions and meetings
• Develop knowledge and skills while completing apprenticeship coursework

Skills

Passionate about working with children

Positive, caring, and enthusiastic

Good communication and teamwork

Willingness to learn

Reliable, punctual, professional

Creative and engaging

Safeguarding and health & safety

Fast-paced nursery environment

Literacy and numeracy

Education

GCSEs or equivalent (Maths & English)

Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship

Level 3 Paediatric First Aid

Level 2 Functional Skills (Maths & English)

Job description

As an apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience while working towards your qualification, supported by experienced practitioners every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the daily care, learning, and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging activities to support children’s learning
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with meal times, personal care routines, and promoting independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
• Observe children and contribute to learning journeys and assessments
• Support children’s emotional wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour
• Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health & safety
• Work as part of a team and participate in training sessions and meetings
• Develop knowledge and skills while completing apprenticeship coursework

What We Offer

Full training and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship

Company uniform

Staff incentives and recognition

Discounted childcare

Free meals during shifts

Paid holidays

A friendly and supportive team environment

Clear career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in early years education with a supportive nursery that values growth and development.

Working Week

Monday - Friday, from 30-40 hours a week, shifts to be discussed at offer stage

Qualifications Required

GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in maths and English desired

Personal Qualities

• Kind, caring, and patient nature
• Friendly and approachable
• Enthusiastic and motivated to learn
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Good timekeeping and attendance
• Professional and respectful towards children, parents, and colleagues
• Creative and energetic
• Able to use own initiative and work as part of a team
• Positive attitude with a willingness to develop new skills

Skills Required

• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• Positive, caring, and enthusiastic attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skillsWillingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Creative and able to engage children in activities
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and health & safety is desirable
• Ability to work in a fast-paced nursery environment
• Good literacy and numeracy skills preferred

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.

Future Prospects

Successful apprentices may have the opportunity to progress into a permanent Early Years Practitioner role upon completion. We also offer continued professional development and support to gain further childcare qualifications.

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Early Years Educator Apprentice - Gateway

Company: Realise Training Salary: £8 to £8 a week Hours: Full-time Location: Bradford, BD10 0JR Job type: Apprenticeship Posting date: 6 Oct 2026 Closing date: 31 Oct 2026

Summary

As an apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience while working towards your qualification, supported by experienced practitioners every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the daily care, learning, and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging activities to support children’s learning
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with meal times, personal care routines, and promoting independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
• Observe children and contribute to learning journeys and assessments
• Support children’s emotional wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour
• Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health & safety
• Work as part of a team and participate in training sessions and meetings
• Develop knowledge and skills while completing apprenticeship coursework

What We Offer

Full training and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship

Company uniform

Staff incentives and recognition

Discounted childcare

Free meals during shifts

Paid holidays

A friendly and supportive team environment

Clear career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in early years education with a supportive nursery that values growth and development.

Working Week

Monday - Friday, from 30-40 hours a week, shifts to be discussed at offer stage

Qualifications Required

GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in maths and English desired

Personal Qualities

• Kind, caring, and patient nature
• Friendly and approachable
• Enthusiastic and motivated to learn
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Good timekeeping and attendance
• Professional and respectful towards children, parents, and colleagues
• Creative and energetic
• Able to use own initiative and work as part of a team
• Positive attitude with a willingness to develop new skills

Skills Required

• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• Positive, caring, and enthusiastic attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Creative and able to engage children in activities
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and health & safety is desirable
• Ability to work in a fast-paced nursery environment
• Good literacy and numeracy skills preferred

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.

Future Prospects

Successful apprentices may have the opportunity to progress into a permanent Early Years Practitioner role upon completion. We also offer continued professional development and support to gain further childcare qualifications.

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.