Early Years Educator Apprentice -Toad Hall Nursery Winnersh
Careroom Limited · Winnersh · posted 4 September 2026
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Are you ready to start your career in Early Years, or take the next step by working towards your Level 3 qualification in Childcare?
We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic Modern Apprentices to join our growing Nursery Group. You will gain hands-on experience alongside our experienced childcare professionals, developing the skills, confidence and knowledge needed for a successful career in Early Years- all while earning as you learn in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Duties
- You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age
- You will be responsible for the care and education of the children in the room within a key person structure
- Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities
- Assist with the daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery
- Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential
- You will work to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework
- To support qualified staff with daily routines in the nursery
- To learn the skills of a nursery nurse, (on the job), working practically as part of the team
- To learn how to provide high quality childcare to our children
- Understand the importance of keeping everyone safe and the part you play
- To never be left unsupervised with the children
- To gain a good understanding of child development and how this is important when caring for children
- To contribute/complete children’s observations and records where require
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Staff referral scheme
- Annual Christmas Party!
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
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 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
- 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
On completion of your Level 3 apprenticeship (12-15 months), there may be opportunities to be promoted to a full time Early Years Practitioner and we will work with you to create a continuous development plan and learning pathway to reach your future career goals within the Early Years sector.
About Careroom Limited
Inside, our bright, airy rooms feature free-flow access to outdoor gardens, where each age group has its own allocated garden space. Our newly renovated garden space provides a wonderful environment for sensory and exploratory play
Things to consider
Toad Hall is committed to Safer Recruitment, therefore this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and at least 2 satisfactory references.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired
Where you'll work
- Willows, Wharfedale Rd, Winnersh, RG41 5RB
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