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Childcare/Early Years Educator Apprentice Level 3

Twinkle Toes Day Nursery · Stourbridge · posted 19 October 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
16 November 2026
Closing date
8 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • Educating and caring for the children attending the setting
  • Planning and supervising activities whilst scaffolding learning and development opportunities during experiences such as; arts and crafts, music and mealtimes
  • Helping children develop communication and language skills
  • Feeding babies and ensuring their personal needs are met
  • Supporting purposeful observations and maintaining their learning journeys
  • Focus on outside learning and exploration
  • Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children 

Your training

Early Years Educator Level 3 Standard Apprenticeship qualification. 
Training will be provided on an ongoing daily basis and when required. You will not be required to attend Dudley College premises as the course is delivered in the workplace only.

An assessor will be allocated to you to progress and help you through your course. Continual assessments, coupled with assignments or exams depending on course of study. Time spent training will be part of the agreed contracted hours of the working week.

At the end of your training, you will sit an exam and submit course work as part of your assessment, and you will receive a level 3 qualification.

English and maths qualifications form a mandatory part of all apprenticeships, provided that equivalent qualifications aren't already held, and must be completed before an apprentice can pass through gateway. The requirements are detailed in the current version of the apprenticeship funding rules.

You will join a well-established team of practitioners, who will help to provide quality coaching and mentoring to achieve all the requirements needed to achieve your qualification.

You will receive training for: Safeguarding, Special Educational Needs, Paediatric First Aid, Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, plus much more. 

Apprentices must successfully complete a first aid qualification.

Where it leads

Strong possibility of a full-time position following successful completion of the apprenticeship. Support to qualify to higher level.  

About Twinkle Toes Day Nursery

Mission Statement – Mischief & Giggles Ltd T/A Twinkle Toes Day Nursery & Pre-School At Twinkle Toes Day Nursery & Pre-School, our mission is to provide a nurturing, stimulating, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and learning is a joyful experience. We are committed to recognising and celebrating the uniqueness of each child, offering a safe and engaging space where they can explore freely and develop at their own natural pace. Our philosophy centres on fostering a strong sense of self and confidence in each child, while laying the foundation for lifelong learning and a smooth transition to formal education. With over 20 years of experience—and 10 years at our current location—we take pride in our reputation for high-quality childcare and as an outstanding employer. We are dedicated to supporting the growth and development of our team, including apprentices, by providing a warm, inclusive, and empowering work environment where everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Things to consider

Shifts are variable between 7:30am and 6:30pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year. Overtime is expected. Care and education, working with children is not easy, but it is rewarding.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsCreativeReliableMotivatedGood work ethicPatientKindWilling to learn

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade C/4 or above) — essential
  • BTEC Childcare/Early Years (grade Pass, Merit or Distinction) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 44 NEW ROAD, STOURBRIDGE, DY8 1PA

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