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Early Years Apprentice

Schoolhouse Daycare · Guilsborough · posted 3 September 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
5 October 2026
Closing date
14 September 2026
Positions
3

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  • Helping to provide a safe, happy and stimulating environment for children
  • Supporting children with their learning, play and development through fun activities
  • Helping with creative activities, stories, songs, games and outdoor play
  • Building positive and caring relationships with children
  • Supporting children with mealtimes, personal care and hygiene
  • Helping to set up and tidy away activities and keep the nursery environment clean and organised
  • Observing children and helping to record their progress and development
  • Working as part of the nursery team and following guidance from experienced practitioners
  • Communicating positively with children, parents and colleagues.
    Following nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety
  • Taking part in training and completing work towards the Level Early Years Educator apprenticeship
  • Learning how to support each child as an individual and help them reach their full potential

Where it leads

On successful completion of the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship, there is the opportunity to progress into a permanent Early Years Educator role at School House Day Care. You will continue to develop your skills and experience within our supportive team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and progress your career in Early Years.

About Schoolhouse Daycare

Established in 2021, we are a charity-run nursery providing high-quality childcare for children from 3 months old, with both funded and non-funded places available. Children’s care, safety, and development are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on offering a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported.

We are a vibrant, inclusive community where every child is seen, heard, and celebrated. Diversity is embraced, individuality is valued, and our dedicated team follows each child’s unique interests. Through curiosity, play, discovery, and imagination, we inspire a lifelong love of learning, because we believe childhood is precious, and our role is to make every moment count.

Things to consider

You will need to successfully complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting the role.
You must be able to travel to our setting in NN6 8PT / NN6 8QP reliably.
You should be enthusiastic about working with young children and committed to completing the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.

Skills they're looking for

Organisation skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Where you'll work

  • SCHOOL HOUSE, THE GREEN, GUILSBOROUGH, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8PT
  • 4 York Studios, Cold Ashby Road, Guilsborough, Northampton, NN6 8QP

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