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Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Jam Childcare Limited · Sawbridgewoth · posted 8 July 2026

Wage
£8,320 a year
Hours
20 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
2 September 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026
Positions
1

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As an Early Years Apprentice, you will support the delivery of high-quality wraparound care for primary school-aged children.

Duties will include:

  • Supervising and engaging children in a variety of play activities
    Supporting children's social, emotional and physical development
  • Assisting with the preparation and serving of healthy snacks and breakfast items
  • Encouraging positive behaviour and inclusion for all children
    Helping to set up and clear away activities and equipment
  • Maintaining a safe, clean and stimulating environment
  • Supporting children's independence and confidence through play
    Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
  • Following safeguarding, health and safety and club policies at all times

The purpose of the role is to develop your skills and knowledge in playwork while providing excellent care and enjoyable experiences for children attending the club.

Your training

The programme offers a blended learning approach including:

  • Virtual classrooms and webinars
  • Work-based learning activities
  • Online assignments and portfolio building
  • Regular reviews and feedback from your tutor
  • Candidates are not required to attend college. Off-the-job training will be completed during working hours in line with apprenticeship requirements
  • You will receive one-to-one support from an apprenticeship tutor who will conduct regular workplace visits and online reviews throughout the programme

Where it leads

  • Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager
  • Work as a play work development officer for a local authority
  • Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant
  • Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project
  • Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship

About Jam Childcare Limited

We are very lucky to have sole use of the dining hall at Fawbert & Barnard Infants School as well as the playground and field area. We also take regular trips to the local park which is just across the church grounds. We offer care to children that attend Fawbert and Barnard Infant School and Mandeville Primary School.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Language (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Jam After School Club Fawbert & Barnard Infant School, Knight Street, Sawbridgewoth, CM21 9AX
  • Jam After School Club The Rodings, Rodings Primary School, Dunmow Road, Leaden Roding, CM6 1PZ
  • West Road, Sawbridgeworth, CM21 0BL

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