Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Blooming Tulips Montessori LTD · Rickmansworth · posted 2 September 2026
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- Supporting children: Providing care, play, and learning activities for children of different ages and developmental stages
- Creating a safe environment: Ensuring the environment is inclusive and appropriate for children's needs and cultural backgrounds
- Communicating with parents: Sharing information about children's needs and progress with parents and carers
- Observing and assessing children: Monitoring children and discussing concerns with a line manager
- Maintaining records: Keeping records of attendance, contact details, and other relevant information
- Attending courses: Participating in courses and meetings to develop skills and knowledge
- Completing tasks: Completing tests, assignments, and other tasks as part of the apprenticeship
- Working with others: Collaborating with colleagues and other professionals to meet children's needs
- Following policies: Adhering to policies and procedures relevant to the work of the setting
Your training
- The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignment
- Candidates are not required to attend college
- One-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks
Where it leads
- The Early Years Educator Level 3 is an advanced apprenticeship equivalent to an NVQ 3
- You could progress to the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship and do further training to reach Early Years Teacher Status
About Blooming Tulips Montessori LTD
"The child’s conquest of independence begins with his first introduction to life. While he is developing, he perfects himself and overcomes every obstacle that he finds in his path.” -Maria Montessori
Things to consider
Safeguarding Statement
This authority/organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.
As part of the safer recruitment, you will require an enhanced DBS. This will be applied for by the employer if successful.
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Skills they're looking for
Where you'll work
- High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH
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