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Apprentice Early Years Educator, Ford Dunton 08FD

Seymour House LTD. · Basildon · posted 21 August 2026

Wage
£22,000 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • You will be working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, helping support children’s play and nurturing their development
  • You will be involved in organising activities, in the assessment and record keeping of children's learning and development and working in partnership with colleagues and parents
  • You will work alongside experienced Early Years Educators, have a dedicated mentor and have the support of your fellow apprentices

Your training

  • Our aim is to help you achieve your Level 3 Early Years, (which includes: Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid. (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
  • Or complete a first aid course delivered by one of the following types of organisations as per the EYFS requirements
  • Functional skills in maths and English if required
  • Voluntary aid society, member of trade body with an approval and monitoring system, or acknowledged by the Health and Safety Executive, giving you qualified Early Years Educator status within 12 months
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required

From here, it is possible to specialise in areas such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language or become the Manager of one of our day nursery schools. The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Honours Degree in Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS).

Where it leads

We will support you to achieve your level 3 Early Years, giving you qualified Early Years Educator status.

From here, should you prove yourself the right candidate for the job, you can develop your career at Seymour House, opting for a managerial route, or you can specialise in areas that excite you, such as special educational needs, disability, speech and language.

The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards:

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership
  • Honours Degree in Early Years
  • Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)

About Seymour House LTD.

Founded in 1988, we have over 30 years' experience in care, education and preparing children for school. This history has enabled us to invest in our team, resources and environment to give children the best possible start. Our fantastic team of Educators and Teachers have achieved outstanding Ofsted judgements at all our eleven nursery schools.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Literature and / or Language (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6EE

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