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Early Years Apprentice

Chester Day Nursery · Chester · posted 8 September 2026

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 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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The role of the apprentice will include:

  • Ensuring you care for the children's individual needs and care routines
  • You will be working alongside an experienced and qualified team that will support you through your apprenticeship, plus an inhouse mentor to guide you through your course
  • You will be required to support the children's learning and development through fun activities that you plan
  • Supports children to develop numeracy and language skills through games and play

Your training

  • Early Years Educator Level 3
  • Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
  • Functional Skills in English and maths, if required

Where it leads

Following successful of the apprenticeship, you could pursue a full-time career as a Nursery Practitioner or Early Years Teacher.

About Chester Day Nursery

Elmscot Day Nursery and Nursery School Chester was acquired by the Elmscot Group in July 2018 and was formerly known as Little Friends Day Nursery and Learning Centre.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE english (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • EGERTON ST, CHESTER, CH1 3ND

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