Apprentice Level 3 Early Years Educator in a Nursery
Little Explorers Daycare LTD · London · posted 9 September 2026
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- Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework
- Plan and deliver engaging activities with support from experienced staff
- Complete observations and contribute to assessments and learning journeys
- Support children's personal, social and emotional development
- Promote positive behaviour and inclusive practice
- Work closely with colleagues and families to support children's progress
- Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of children at all times
- Follow safeguarding, child protection and confidentiality procedures
- Recognise and appropriately report safeguarding concerns
- Contribute to a nurturing and stimulating learning environment
Your training
- Early Years Educator Level 3
- Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
Training will be delivered through a combination of workplace learning, regular progress reviews and ongoing support from a dedicated tutor at Parenta. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard and will support apprentices in developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to achieve their apprenticeship.
Where it leads
Successful apprentices may secure a permanent Early Years Educator position with opportunities to progress into Room Leader, Third in Charge or other senior Early Years roles.
About Little Explorers Daycare LTD
At Little Explorers Nursery, we are proud to have created a safe, caring, and inspiring environment where children can thrive during their most important early years for children from the age of 6 months to 4 years. Our dedicated team nurtures each child’s curiosity, confidence, and creativity through play-based learning and meaningful experiences every day. Our all-inclusive unique learning programme incorporates the Early Years Framework and an exciting range of Co-Curricular Clubs.
Things to consider
- Before applying, please ensure you can reliably travel to and from the employer's location each day by checking public transport routes and travel arrangements before submitting your application
- Applicants must have a genuine passion for working with children and be committed to completing their apprenticeship qualification
- This role involves regular contact with children and may include regulated activity. The successful candidate will be expected to fulfil safeguarding and child protection responsibilities and maintain professional conduct at all times
- As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including two satisfactory professional references, an Enhanced DBS check, right to work checks, identity verification and qualification checks where applicable
For any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Parenta on 0800 002 9242. Please do not contact the employer directly regarding this vacancy.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English and Maths (grade 4/C or above.) — essential
Where you'll work
- 22 Hay Lane, London, NW9 0NG
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