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Childcare Level 3 apprenticeship

Footsteps Day Nursery (Chingford) LTD · London · posted 16 March 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
2 September 2026
Closing date
19 August 2026
Positions
2

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  • To act as a key person to a group of children,liasiing closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each chilld's needs are recognised and met.
  • To work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
  • To advise the manager of any concerns e.g. health and well -being of children, parents or the saftey of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
  • To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.
  • To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures.
  • To actively participate at team meetings, supervision meetings and appraisal meetings.
  • To attend training courses as required and to take responsibiltiy for personal development.

Your training

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.
Training will be done at location.

Where it leads

Permanent position.

About Footsteps Day Nursery (Chingford) LTD

Nestled in a converted Victorian house on a quiet residential street, Footsteps Day Nursery (Leytonstone) offers a cozy, homely atmosphere just a 10-minute walk from Whipps Cross Hospital. With a daily capacity for 35 children, our smaller scale allows for an inviting environment. Our well-resourced garden, proportionate to the nursery’s size, boasts ample space, natural light, and shelter—perfect for outdoor activities in all weather conditions.

Things to consider

Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 2 Preston Road, London, E11 1NN

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