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Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Alpha Day Nursery · London · posted 4 June 2026

Applications closed 30 July 2026. Similar live vacancies below.

Wage
£14,560 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
31 July 2026
Closing date
30 July 2026
Positions
1
  • Assist in planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities
  • Promote learning through play in line with the EYFS (Early Years
  • Foundation Stage) framework
  • Create a safe and stimulating environment
  • Help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming learning spaces
  • Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times
  • Observe and monitor children's progress
  • Record observations and contribute to assessments and development plans
  • Share relevant information with senior staff and parents as needed
  • Promote positive behaviour and social skills
  • Encourage kindness, sharing, and respectful behaviour
  • Use positive reinforcement and model appropriate conduct
  • Assist with daily routines
  • Support children during mealtimes, toileting, dressing, and nap times
  • Help establish consistent routines for comfort and stability
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents
  • Communicate effectively with team members, children, and families
  • Participate in staff meetings and training sessions
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
  • Handle sensitive information with discretion and follow data protection policies
  • Follow nursery/setting policies and procedures
  • Adhere to guidelines for safeguarding, equality, inclusion, and diversity
  • Support in ensuring the setting meets regulatory and quality standards

Your training

As an apprentice, you'll receive regular training alongside your job to help you develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed for your role
At least 20% of your working hours will be dedicated to off-the-job training, which includes study time, workshops, and learning activities.
You'll be working to complete the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which will include any required Functional Skills in English and maths
Training is delivered either online or in person at our training centre in Hackney, offering flexibility to suit your needs.
You'll be supported by experienced tutors and assessors throughout your apprenticeship, ensuring you stay on track and successfully complete your qualification
Training will include a paediatric first aid qualification

Where it leads

Completing a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship opens the door to a wide range of opportunities in the Early Years sector.

With this qualification, individuals become fully qualified practitioners, capable of working independently with children in nurseries, preschools, and reception classes.

As they gain experience, they may progress into more senior roles such as:

  • Senior Practitioner or Room Leader - overseeing a team within a room, leading planning and observation, and supporting less experienced colleagues
  • Deputy Nursery Manager - supporting the nursery manager in daily operations, compliance, safeguarding, and staff development
  • Nursery Manager - leading the entire nursery setting, ensuring high standards of care and education, team performance, and regulatory compliance

To support continued growth, NextStep Training offers the following advanced qualifications within Early Years:

Level 4 Early Years Advanced Practitioner:

  • Ideal for those who want to specialise in areas such as SEND, safeguarding, or early language development.

This course enhances practice and supports progression into leadership:

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner:

  • Designed for experienced practitioners ready to take on leadership roles within their settings. It focuses on leading day-to-day practice, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategy and curriculum development
  • Both qualifications can be delivered flexibly, either online or in-person, and include dedicated support from our experienced tutors and safeguarding officers

Further progression can include:

  • Moving into school-based roles such as Teaching Assistant or SEND Support
  • Becoming a Trainer, Assessor, or Mentor for apprentices
  • Pursuing a Foundation Degree or BA in Early Childhood Studies, leading towards Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Our structured training and support ensure that every apprentice has a clear and achievable pathway to long-term success in the Early Years sector

About Alpha Day Nursery

Alpha Day Nursery was founded on the vision of providing a nurturing, stimulating environment that provides opportunities for children to interact and develop in all areas of learning, giving them the best possible start in life. To help deliver this, we ensure that we follow a robust recruitment process, where we hire the best staff that are committed to the children and families that we serve, allowing the children to reach their full potential.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsAnalytical skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • 198 Woodside Green, London, SE25 5EW

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