Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship
City Road Community Childcare LTD · Sheffield · posted 13 May 2026
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- Planning and delivering a curriculum through play and educational activities. Supervising and leading others in the early years setting.
Your training
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
On-the-Job Training:
- You will work in an early year's setting, applying what you are learning in a practical environment
Off-the-Job Study:
- You will undertake formal study through a college or training provider to gain the required knowledge
End-Point Assessment (EPA):
At the end of the apprenticeship, you will undergo an assessment to demonstrate your competence.
This typically includes:
Professional Discussion:
A discussion with an assessor, supported by a portfolio of evidence from your work
Knowledge Test:
- An assessment to test your theoretical knowledge
Practical Observation:
- An observation of your work with children
Where it leads
- Early Years Educator
- Room Leader
- Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5
- Deputy Manager
About City Road Community Childcare LTD
We provide an inclusive, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive. We celebrate individuality, embrace diversity, and work in partnership with parents and carers as children’s first educator. Together, we create a sense of community, where children actively participate in both family and community life.
Things to consider
- You will be required to have an enhanced DBS check, for this role, with no unspent convictions. Patients, Empathy and understanding are required or this role
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential
Where you'll work
- Kelham Island Community Childcare, 16 Dun Street, Sheffield, S3 8SL
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