Nursery Apprentice Level 3

Early Learners Nursery; St Helens; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Learners Nursery (Eccleston) Ltd is seeking a Nursery Apprentice Level 3 to join our on-site team in St Helens. The role is full-time and involves delivering EYFS-friendly activities, supporting daily nursery operations, and providing a safe, stimulating environment for young children.

The successful applicant will have a minimum Level 2 in childcare (or equivalent), be aged 16 or older, and be flexible to work between 7am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Early Years qualification of a Level 2 diploma in childcare, equivalent or higher.
• Aged 16 or older and not in full-time education to start an apprenticeship.
• Flexible to work between 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, to be flexible to the needs of the business.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above (essential to apply).
• Experience in childcare (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver confidently the EYFS.
• Provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for babies and young children.
• Offer full and practical support in the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Be flexible to the needs of the business.

Education

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Cache Level 2 in Childcare (preferred)

Early Years Educator level 2 (preferred)

Level 2 Diploma in Childcare or higher

Job description

Nursery Apprentice

CAPTION:

• Company: Early Learners Nursery (Eccleston) Ltd
• Salary: £8.10 - £12.75
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: St Helen's, WA10 4QG
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Apprenticeship
• Posting date: 17 Aug 2026
• Closing date: 16 Sept 2026

Summary

Nursery Apprentice Level 3

• Full-time: 30+ hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Duration of the apprenticeship, up to an 18 month period.

Overview of job role:

To be a proactive practitioner who supports and delivers confidently the EYFS. To provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. To offer full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery. To be flexible to the needs of the business. Must have a minimum Early Years qualification of a level 2 diploma in childcare, equivalent or higher to apply for this position. To start an apprenticeship you have to be aged 16 or older and no longer in full-time education. Flexible to work between: 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, to be flexible to the needs of the business.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience: Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• License/Certification: Cache Level 2 in Childcare (preferred), Early Years Educator level 2 (preferred)
• Work Location: In person

To be a proactive practitioner who supports and delivers confidently the EYFS. To provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. To offer full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery. To be flexible to the needs of the business. Must have a minimum Early Years qualification of a level 2 diploma in childcare, equivalent or higher to apply for this position. To start an apprenticeship you have to be aged 16 or older and no longer in full-time education. Flexible to work between: 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, to be flexible to the needs of the business., Copies of your GCSE certificates (Maths & English grades C and above, or level 2 in each - essential to apply), GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

• Experience: Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• Licence/Certification: Cache Level 2 in Childcare (preferred)
• Early Years Educator level 2 (preferred)

Practical Session It is important to us that you feel as comfortable and confident working within our environment as we are with you working within the nursery with children. We will show you around our facilities and give you the opportunity to work within each of our classrooms and ask the team questions.

Be prepared!

Safety is paramount with working with children so ensure you come prepared and wear appropriate clothing. To ensure you are suitable for this position we ask that you provide a written plan of an activity, prepare with all your resources and can confidently lead a practical lesson with our pre-school (ages 3-4 years old). You will be responsible for a group of eight children and the session needs to last for a minimum of 30-40 minutes. We ask that you incorporate into your planning the primary and specific areas of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage), that you think about how to simplify and extend activities and what a follow up activity could be. This is an important part of the process and will be discussed with you during feedback at the end of the day.

The interview

The interview is led by our nursery manager and supported by a senior member of the team. We will ask you questions on the following areas:

• Your history and experience
• SEN, Training and qualification(s)Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS (primary & specific areas)
• Safeguarding and procedures in dealing with 'what to do if you are worried a child has been abused'
• Your practical session and your time within each of the classrooms.

This is an opportunity for us to ask you questions and also for you to question us. In the meantime, we ask that you familiarise yourself with the company by looking on our website: www.earlylearnersnurseryltd.co.uk