Early Years Apprentice
Kent College, Canterbury · Harbledown · posted 29 July 2026
Wage
£13,728 a year
Hours
33 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 9 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
14 September 2026
Closing date
28 August 2026
Positions
3
Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.
- Contribute to the day to day organisation of the nursery in line with EYFS requirements 2025, Safeguarding and Welfare requirements, the Childcare Act 2006 and Health and Safety legislation.
- Ensure close supervision of children within the setting at all times
- Maintain and record observations of children’s play, behaviour and developmental progress
- Support and assist children with learning, development and play activities.
- Help prepare and maintain a high-quality play and learning environment.
- Keep confidential all information concerning children, families and staff.
- Work flexibly across different rooms and age groups as required.
- Be willing to undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.
Where it leads
This could lead to a successful and rewarding career in Early Years.
About Kent College, Canterbury
Our Junior School provides a happy, safe and stimulating environment where pupils are guided and educated to be kind, open, responsible and respectful young people. Whether they’re learning to read or even down at the farm, they learn through being adventurous, inquisitive and reflective; secure in a warm, happy and stimulating environment.
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam working
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential
Where you'll work
- Kent College Junior School, Church Hill, Harbledown, CT2 9AQ
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