Early Years Educator Apprentice - Three Gables Westbourne
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Three Gables Nursery Westbourne is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice to pursue a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. You will join a friendly team, support children's learning and development, and gain hands-on experience in planning, observations and safeguarding within EYFS guidelines.
The role runs 40 hours per week, with shifts 8am–6pm, and offers a completion bonus, loyalty bonus after 1 year, free uniform, discounted childcare and 28 days annual leave.
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards functional skills.
- Some experience working with babies or children under five.
- Care, patience and teamwork are essential.
- Excellent communication with children, parents and staff.
Responsibilities
- Acting as a key person for a group of children.
- Supporting planning, observations, and assessments.
- Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children.
- Creating a safe, stimulating learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
- Building strong, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
Skills
Education
Job description
Three Gables Nursery Westbourne is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
About the Role
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as a key person for a group of children
- Supporting planning, observations, and assessments
- Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
- Creating a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework
- Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
What We Offer
In return for your commitment, we offer:
£500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year.
Free uniform
Discounted childcare
28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now
Your Future with Us
Supportive Team: You’ll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development
Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one
High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training
Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions
Working Week
40 hours a week - 8am - 6pm between Monday and Friday 4 days a week - shifts to be agreed at offer stage
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Personal Qualities
Care & Compassion
Patience & Calmness
Positive Work Ethic
Teamwork
Honesty & Integrity
Skills Required
Communication: Verbally and in writing, with children, parents, and staff
Observation: Noticing and recording children’s development and well‑being
Creativity: Planning engaging and fun activities (arts, music, games)
Safety & Hygiene: Understanding and implementing health & safety, food hygiene, and child protection procedures
Organisation: Managing time, resources, and tasks effectively
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 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• 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
Permanent Role: Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed-term contracts to regular employment.
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Three Gables Nursery Westbourne is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
About the Role
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as a key person for a group of children
- Supporting planning, observations, and assessments
- Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
- Creating a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework
- Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
What We Offer
In return for your commitment, we offer:
£500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year.
Free uniform
Discounted childcare
28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now
Your Future with Us
Supportive Team: You’ll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development
Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one
High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training
Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions
Working Week
40 hours a week - 8am - 6pm between Monday and Friday 4 days a week - shifts to be agreed at offer stage
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Personal Qualities
Care & Compassion
Patience & Calmness
Positive Work Ethic
Teamwork
Initiative & Adaptability
Honesty & Integrity
Skills Required
Communication: Verbally and in writing, with children, parents, and staff
Observation: Noticing and recording children’s development and well‑being
Creativity: Planning engaging and fun activities (arts, music, games)
Safety & Hygiene: Understanding and implementing health & safety, food hygiene, and child protection procedures
Organisation: Managing time, resources, and tasks effectively
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 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• 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
Permanent Role: Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed-term contracts to regular employment.
Apprenticeship Duration
14 Months
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