Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship
Ladybird Nurseries London Limited · Gerrards Cross · posted 9 July 2026
Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
2 August 2026
Closing date
1 August 2026
Positions
1
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- Work and build good, positive professional relationships with the children and support them
- Attend training
- Complete all set assignments on time
- Work well independently as well as in a team
- Build and maintain a strong partnership with parents
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures
- Follow the nursery’s robust Safeguarding procedures to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure
- Complete CPD training
- Assist with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children
- Attend out-of-working-hours activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, parents' evening, etc.
- To be flexible within the working practices of the nursery
- Be prepared to help where needed, including undertaking certain domestic jobs within the nursery, such as cleaning resources and preparing snacks
- Plan activities alongside the staff team, ensuring each child is working towards their early learning outcomes
Where it leads
- Early Years Educators are found in a range of settings, including day nurseries, playgroups, nursery schools, pre-schools, kindergartens, primary schools, hospitals, social care settings, out-of-school environments and local authority provision, giving you a broad range of employment opportunities
About Ladybird Nurseries London Limited
We are a small, family-run group of children's nurseries in and around London, built on a strong family ethos and genuine partnership. We work closely with every family to create a nurturing and supportive environment, ensuring our children are confident, happy, and have every opportunity to thrive and unlock their full potential.
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience
Entry requirements
- GCSE English Language (grade Grade 4) — desired
- GCSE Maths (grade Grade 4) — desired
Where you'll work
- Bridge House, Chiltern Hill, Chalfont St. Peter, Gerrards Cross, SL9 9UE
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