Childcare Educator - Apprenticeship Level 3
New Studio Pre-School · North Kensington · posted 23 July 2026
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- Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 - 5
- Completing a variety of day-to-day childcare tasks to ensure that children’s needs, welfare and education is catered for. This can include helping children to learn numeracy and language skills through games, take part in singing, role play and storytelling and feeding and changing babies
- Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, to provide a high level of service for the childcare setting
Your training
- You will be working towards a Level 3 Diploma Early Years and a first aid qualification
- Your apprenticeship will last for 13-months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff within the nursery
- This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful
- This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles & career paths within the childcare sector
- Training will take place in the workplace
You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 10 days out of your 13-month apprenticeship for your classroom-based learning, and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.
Where it leads
The potential for a permanent position upon successful completion.
Other prospects could include applying for:
- Room leader positions
- Possible management training
- Springboard into primary education
- Paediatric nursing
- Continuous development in current nursery setting
About New Studio Pre-School
New Studio Preschool is a well-established, voluntary pre-school based in North Kensington, providing high-quality early years education for children aged 2 to 5 years. With over 60 years of experience, the preschool is proud to welcome not only new families, but also the children and grandchildren of former pupils, reflecting its strong roots within the local community.
The preschool offers a nurturing, inclusive environment where children are encouraged to be themselves. Through play, exploration, creativity and fun, children develop confidence, kindness and a love of learning. A wide range of engaging activities, combined with the kind, thoughtful and attentive care provided by the staff team, ensures every child feels safe, happy and supported.
New Studio Preschool strongly believes that all children have the right to access high-quality childcare within their local community. Parents and carers are valued as equal partners in their children’s learning and development, and strong relationships with families are central to the preschool’s ethos.
One of the preschool’s most distinctive features is its large, secluded garden, offering children exceptional outdoor learning opportunities. Outdoor play is encouraged as much as possible, allowing children the freedom to explore, climb, run and play in a natural environment. A dedicated Forest School area has recently been developed within the garden, giving all children regular access to hands-on outdoor learning experiences.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential
Where you'll work
- KELFIELD MEWS, OFF KELFIELD GARDENS, NORTH KENSINGTON, LONDON, W10 6LS
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