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Level 3 Early Years Apprentice

Kenthousedaynursery LTD · Beckenham · posted 15 October 2026

Wage
£13,312 to £21,149.44 a year
Hours
32 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
17 November 2026
Closing date
15 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • Building warm, positive and professional relationships with children.
  • Engaging with children through conversation, play, stories, songs and age-appropriate activities.
  • Supporting children’s communication and language, physical development and personal, social and emotional development.
  • Setting up and taking part in indoor and outdoor activities based on children’s interests and developmental needs.
  • Supporting children during meals, snacks and daily routines.
  • Carrying out personal care routines, including nappy changing and supporting toilet training, while maintaining children’s dignity and following hygiene procedures.
  • Encouraging children to develop independence, confidence, positive behaviour and appropriate boundaries.
    Supervising children closely and ensuring their safety and wellbeing throughout the day.
  • Supporting sleep and rest routines where required.
  • Observing children and contributing to records of their learning, development and progress.
  • Working with senior practitioners to plan activities and next steps for individual children.
  • Helping to prepare and maintain a safe, stimulating and organised learning environment.
  • Cleaning and maintaining the nursery environment throughout the day, including play areas, tables, equipment and shared spaces.
  • Following the nursery’s hygiene and infection-control procedures to help maintain a clean and safe environment for children and staff.
  • Cleaning and sanitising toys, equipment, surfaces and frequently touched areas as required.
  • Supporting good hygiene practices, including effective handwashing, safe food hygiene and appropriate cleaning after meals, messy play and personal-care routines.
  • Following correct procedures for nappy changing, waste disposal and cleaning of changing areas.
  • Helping to reduce the spread of infection by following the nursery’s infection-control policy and promptly reporting any hygiene, illness or health-and-safety concerns.
  • Following safeguarding procedures and immediately reporting any concerns to the appropriate senior member of staff or Designated Safeguarding Lead.
  • Communicating appropriately with parents/carers about children’s day under the guidance of senior staff.
  • Working effectively as part of the nursery team and supporting colleagues throughout the day.
  • Attending staff meetings, supervision sessions and relevant training.
  • Completing apprenticeship coursework, assessments and off-the-job training requirements.
  • Following all nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety, behaviour management and equality and inclusion

Where it leads

To be discussed near completion of apprenticeship.

About Kenthousedaynursery LTD

Kent House Day Nursery is a small childcare on domestic premises setting. We are registered to take in up to 25 children between the ages of 3 months to 5 years old. We aim to create a home-from-home atmosphere where children feel loved, supported, and inspired every day. With strong partnerships between staff and families, we work together to make the transition from home to nursery a positive and seamless experience. We focus on creating rich learning experiences through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions.

Skills they're looking for

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

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade Grades 4-9 (A*- C)) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 41 RAVENSCROFT ROAD, BECKENHAM, BR3 4TP

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