Early Years Educator Apprentice

Little Wonders Nursery LTD · Blackburn · posted 14 July 2026

Wage

£14,560 a year

Hours

35 hours a week

Duration

1 Year 8 Months

Level

Advanced (Level 3)

Standard

Early years educator (level 3)

Starts

2 October 2026

Closing date

3 August 2026

Positions

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

Job description

To be key to raising the quality of early years provision and act as an agent of change to improve practice in the nursery
To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted
To lead practice across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), support and mentor other practitioners and model the skills and behaviours that safeguard and promote good outcomes for children, and, in addition, work in close collaboration with other agencies
To lead the observation, assessment and planning strategy across the nursery
To reflect, review and manage change to keep abreast with policy, research and training
To have the skill, creativity, commitment, energy and enthusiasm required for leading practice in the early years.

Main duties

To promote the aims and objectives of the nursery
To promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors
To provide leadership in the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage to other practitioners within the setting
To follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same
To ensure the provision of high standards of physical and emotional care
To support, inspire and mentor other practitioners
To establish and sustain a culture of collaborative and co-operative working between colleagues
To work in partnership with families and parents/carers at home and in the setting
To contribute to the work of a multi-professional team and co-ordinate and implement agreed programmes and interventions on a day-to-day basis
To be accountable for the delivery of high-quality provision through an effective observation, assessment and planning process
Remain up-to-date with all legislation, outstanding practice and leadership developments in the early years
Implement changes following amendments to policy, new research and training
To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc.
To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager

Your training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Where it leads

Promotion to higher role

Opportunities for professional development

Opportunities for higher qualifications

About Little Wonders Nursery LTD

Little Wonders Nursery provides a safe, caring, and inspiring environment where children can learn, play, and grow. We nurture every child’s curiosity and creativity through fun activities and dedicated support.

Skills they're looking for

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

Entry requirements

GCSE English (grade L1) — essential
GCSE Maths (grade L1) — essential

Where you'll work

Chester Street, Blackburn, BB1 1DW

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