Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship
Tinkerbells Nursery LTD · Preston · posted 14 July 2026
Wage
£18,200 to £28,915.25 a year
Hours
43.75 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
31 August 2026
Positions
1
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- Early Years Practitioners work with and care for children from birth to 5 years
- They play a role in supporting children to have the best start to their education
- You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age
- Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential
- To build positive relationships with the children, families, colleagues and internal/external professionals
Where it leads
- Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners can enter the workforce as a qualified level 3 Early Years Practitioner or continue to study for a Level 5 Diploma, holding Early Years Educator status, including the Early Years Educator apprenticeship
About Tinkerbells Nursery LTD
Your trusted children's nursery in Penwortham, Lancashire
At Tinkerbells Day Nursery, we value your children's opinions and beliefs, and monitor their skill development.
Offering the highest standards of childcare
Hedgehogs (Baby room)
Otters (Toddler room)
Squirrels (Older toddlers and young 2's)
Owls (Older 2's and young 3's)
Foxes (Pre-school)
At Tinkerbells Day Nursery, we offer comprehensive forest school activities to enhance the intellectual skills of children, contributing to their overall development.
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience
Entry requirements
- GCSE English Language (grade Grade 4/C) — desired
- GCSE Maths (grade Grade 4/C) — desired
Where you'll work
- Leyland Road, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 9XR
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