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Apprentice Level 3 Early Years Educator in a Nursery - RL

Grove Hall Nursery LTD · London · posted 28 August 2026

Wage
£17,000 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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  • 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

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

When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare.
Initially, you will be working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to a level 3 after that.

About Grove Hall Nursery LTD

At Grove Hall Nursery, we provide high-quality childcare and early education for children aged five months to four years. We’re a private day nursery registered with Ofsted, and we pride ourselves on creating a safe, caring, and inspiring place for little ones to learn and grow. Our nursery is led by two experienced and passionate managers who have been part of the Grove Hall family for many years.

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

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade Pass) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade Pass) — essential
  • GCSE Early Years Practitioner (grade Pass) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 59 BALHAM GROVE, LONDON, SW12 8BD

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