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Early Years Apprentice

Chiltern Training LTD · Reading · posted 3 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
1 September 2026
Positions
2

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

Activities include/to:

  • Maintain accurate and effective children’s records
  • Respond appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality
  • Support, promote and implement policies relating to diversity and equality
  • Work well as part of a team
  • Work with the team to ensure the smooth running of the nursery day
  • Work in partnership with parents
  • Attend parent events and meetings as required

Your training

Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator, depending on previous experience and qualifications, apprentices will attend day release. 
Apprenticeships are made up of the Diploma plus Functional Skills in Maths, English and Paediatric First Aid certificate.

Where it leads

Learners can use this qualification to go into various care roles. You can work your way up in the nursery, going into team-leading and management roles. You could also use your experience to go into teaching, nursing, midwifery, play work and social work. There are many directions you can go with your apprenticeship, should you wish.

About Chiltern Training LTD

Our ethos is to create an environment where children are engaged, motivated, independent thinkers, who have a positive attitude to learning, supported by secure and respectful relationships. We only have one chance to get it right for our children and what we do now, stays with them for the rest of their lives.

Things to consider

Childcare is not about playing with babies all day. There will be a variety of activities to plan and deliver each day. You may have key children that you look after and will have to communicate with staff, children, managers and parents at the nursery. There will be a lot of cleaning to do and you may have to work long hours, although this will vary with each employer. It is hard work, but it is very rewarding.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English/Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Abbots Walk, Reading, RG1 3HW

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