Apprentice Early Years Educator
The Tots Team LTD · Leeds · posted 22 October 2026
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The Tots Team in Leeds is looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and caring individual to join our nursery team as a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice. This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
You will work alongside experienced practitioners to support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to become a qualified Early Years Educator, helping children reach their full potential through play-based learning and positive interactions.
Key Responsibilities
As a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will:
- Support the delivery of high-quality childcare and early education for children aged 0-5 years
- Assist in planning and implementing engaging activities that support children's learning and development
- Promote children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual wellbeing
Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues - Observe, monitor, and record children's progress in line with nursery procedures
- Encourage children's independence, confidence, and self-esteem
- Ensure all activities are inclusive and meet the needs of individual children
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment
- Support children's personal care routines, including toileting, changing, feeding, and hygiene practices
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare procedures at all times
- Assist with preparing resources and learning materials
- Attend team meetings, training sessions, and apprenticeship workshops
- Complete coursework and assignments required for the Level 3 qualification within agreed timescales
- Act as a positive role model and uphold the values and standards of The Tots Team
Your training
You will attend college once per month at our College House campus on Park Lane, Leeds. You will also learn on the job by shadowing other members of staff and following the instructions of your workplace mentor and Line Manager.
Where it leads
Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent role as a Qualified Early Years Educator with The Tots Team, alongside opportunities for further training and career progression within the early years sector.
About The Tots Team LTD
The Tots Team is committed to providing a safe, caring, and inspiring environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. We believe in nurturing each child's individual potential while supporting families and creating positive early learning experiences that lay the foundations for lifelong success.
If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and want to begin a rewarding career in early years education, we'd love to hear from you.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 9-4) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 9-4) — essential
- Level 2 Early Years Early Years Practitioner (grade PASS) — essential
Where you'll work
- Headingley Station Building, Kirkstall Lane, Leeds, LS5 3LD
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