Early Years Apprentice - Little Rascals Nursery
Little Rascals Nursery Limited · Tunbridge Wells · posted 23 July 2026
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Little Rascals Nursery (part of Bright Stars UK) is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and pursue a Level 3 Early Years qualification. To be considered for this role, you must have a genuine love for children and a warm, caring nature.
As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, responsible for a group of key children, planning activities, completing observations, and ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
You’ll be expected to comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework and help create a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment.
Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues is a key part of the role.
Our high-quality service ensures children develop socially, intellectually, culturally, physically and emotionally in a homely, caring and secure environment.
What We Offer:
- In return for your commitment, we offer:
- £500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year
- Free uniform
- Discounted childcare
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now
Your training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Where it leads
- A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship
About Little Rascals Nursery Limited
Little Rascals Nursery is situated in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells, on Lonsdale Gardens. The Nursery is housed in a stunning Edwardian converted house, and is conveniently located for both local residents and commuters, being only a short walk from Tunbridge Wells train station. Our philosophy is that every child we care for deserves a calm, caring, safe and stimulating environment in which to learn.
Things to consider
- DBS and references required, DBS paid for by company
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential
Where you'll work
- Lonsdale Gate, Lonsdale Gardens, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1NU
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