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Early years apprenticeship

First Timers Limited · Wellingore · posted 2 October 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
1 December 2026
Closing date
30 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • Assisting in delivering a high level of
    quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
  • Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
  • Ensuring each child's individual needs are
    met
  • Work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Juniper Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe
  • Completing a wide range of bespoke childcare courses and short training sessions to ensure that the highest quality
    childcare practice is delivered

Your training

On-the-job training, you will be taught by your manager and other qualified early years staff within the setting
Monthly online virtual masterclasses with the training provider and other students doing the same qualification

Where it leads

  • Fully Qualified Early Years Educator
  • Could then progress to be a room leader
  • Level 5 early years as a manager or deputy

About First Timers Limited

First Timers day nursery is a private setting providing a safe and secure environment for children to learn and thrive.

Things to consider

  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Remote Location: Must be able to drive or have reliable person to give you a lift no public transport
  • Be patient and understanding for the needs of children
  • Be committed to completing the apprenticeship with a passion and vision for a career in Early Years

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Math & English (grade 4 or above) — essential
  • early Years Early Years (grade 2) — desired

Where you'll work

  • FOUR WINDS FARM BUNGALOW, THE HEATH, WELLINGORE, LINCOLN, LN5 0DA

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