Early Years Educator- Level 3

Swift ACI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare organization in Greater London is offering a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship. This full-time role includes working directly with children, providing stimulating activities, and receiving support from experienced coaches. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English, a passion for childcare, and commitment to professional development. The apprenticeship lasts 14 months, positioning you for future teacher or management roles in childcare or primary education.

Qualifications

• Living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years required.
• Passionate about working with children.
• Ability to follow safeguarding rules.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of childcare provision.
• Provide stimulating activities for children.
• Prepare food for children and support their self-help needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Communication

Child Development

Problem Solving

Education

Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Puddle Jumpers Nursery. They believe nursery is more than just childcare – it is the start of a child’s education, preparation for school and most importantly the foundation for a happy, healthy and successful life. Their aspirations are high; carefully planned learning opportunities inspire the children to become creative thinkers and problem solvers. They are inspired by their culturally diverse children, and seek to capture each child’s experiences and share them in order to broaden the horizons of all the children and encourage them to embrace and celebrate our differences.

www.puddlejumpersnursery.com

Responsibilities

• Working towards Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship.
• Supporting the development of the childcare provision.
• Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun.
• Being a team player.
• Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children.
• Taking part in First Aid training as required.
• Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery, access and attitude in aspects of service delivery.
• Working with teams across the nursery setting.
• Supporting children’s learning and development.
• Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children.
• Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.
• Supporting children’s self-help needs.
• Being creative and enthusiastic.
• Following Safeguarding rules and regulations to also meet the Standard of the Childcare Apprenticeship.

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Apprenticeship will last for 14 months. You will be supported by Lead Support Coaches throughout your Apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery. You will be working full time in the nursery. Your classroom days will be based online as a remote session, which you will need to be fully available for, and your main childcare apprenticeship work will be done in a nursery local to you.

Qualifications

You will have Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4 or above or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2 and be living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years in order to be eligible.

Expected Career Progression

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

• Continuous development in current nursery setting.
• Room Leader positions, management etc.
• Springboard into primary education.
• Paediatric nursing.
• and many more…

Apply today!!!!!

Swift Childcare is an award‑winning apprenticeship provider with over 10 years of experience, offering high-quality training, dedicated mentoring, and strong pastoral support to help individuals from all backgrounds succeed in the childcare sector. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment that welcomes and supports candidates from all walks of life.