Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

LMP Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Birmingham is seeking an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice to provide a nurturing environment and support children’s development. This role offers valuable hands-on experience alongside experienced staff, focusing on high-quality childcare for ages 9 months to 5 years. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, reliable, and has a passion for early years education. The position requires DBS completion and offers competitive salary and working hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in the nursery.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities to stimulate children's development.
• Monitor and observe children to ensure their well-being and safety.
• Collaborate with other nursery staff to create a positive learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities and progress.

Skills

Enthusiastic about making a difference

Good interpersonal communication

Teamwork skills

Reliable

Committed

Punctual

Passion for supporting children's learning

Education

DBS must be completed

Job description

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship – Little Scallywags Shard End

We are currently seeking to recruit a hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our team who is also passionate about early years. As an Early Years Apprentice, you will focus on high quality affordable childcare from 9 months - 5 years of age.

Key Details

Salary: £7:55 per hour, (£15,704 yearly)

Working hours: Monday – Friday 08:00am – 17:30pm. 40 hours per week.

Location: 72 Longmeadow Cresent, Birmingham, B34 7NL

Apprenticeship Details – 19 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship. (All learning is delivered online/ remote).

Training Provider: LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider)

As a key part of the team, you will be responsible for supporting the education and development of your key children through quality of teaching and learning. As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands‑on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. Your day‑to‑day duties will include:

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in the nursery
• Plan and implement age‑appropriate activities to stimulate children's development
• Monitor and observe children to ensure their well‑being and safety
• Collaborate with other nursery staff to create a positive learning environment
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities and progress

Desired skills & Personal qualities

• Enthusiastic about making a difference
• Good interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, committed, and punctual
• Have a passion for supporting children with their learning and development

Desired qualifications

• DBS must be completed

About the Employer

Here at Little Scallywags - we are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice looking to complete their level 3 early years educator apprenticeship to join our small & friendly team at our Hodge hill setting. Little Scallywags Day Nurseries consists of seven settings around the Birmingham and Staffordshire area. The nurseries are a family run business and benefit from the skills and experience of a strong management team, including nursing, qualified teacher status and family support.