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Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship - Term Time Only

Caterpillars Preschool - ST JOSEPHS PRE SCHOOL PLAYGROUP LTD · Brighton · posted 14 October 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
2 December 2026
Closing date
1 December 2026
Positions
1

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  • Caring for children: Ensuring children's health and well-being, feeding and changing babies, and supervising meals for older children
  • Planning activities: Leading educational games, preparing learning environments, and helping with trips
  • Supporting children's development: Supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development, and providing challenging interactions
  • Observing and assessing children: Observing children's progress and skills, and keeping records to share with parents
  • Communicating with parents: Meeting parents and greeting children in a friendly way, and communicating effectively with parents
  • Learning: Participating in classes and workshops, completing tests and assignments, and learning about the industry and best practices
  • Attending meetings: Attending team meetings and training

Your training

  • Online learning and coursework
  • Virtual classrooms and webinars
  • One-to-one support from a dedicated tutor
  • Workplace observations and reviews
  • Dedicated training time within working hours
  • No college attendance required
  • Earn while you learn
  • Gain a nationally recognised qualification

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 Caterpillars Preschool - ST JOSEPHS PRE SCHOOL PLAYGROUP LTD

Welcome to Caterpillars Preschool, a small friendly setting based within Coldean Primary School in Brighton.
Posted on November 28, 2024
 
 

We care for children from 18 months to 3 years when they can transfer to the nursery class in the school. We also offer wraparound care before and after school for children in the nursery class.

Our opening hours are 7.45am to 5.00pm term time only (earlier starts and later finishes subject to demand)

Our previous setting was operating for 19 years and in November 2024 received a ‘Good’ overall OFSTED rating with ‘good’ in all areas.

Things to consider

  • You must be a UK resident and have at least 3 years residency in the UK/EU
  • If you require a Visa, this must not expire before the apprenticeship end date (up to 24-months)
  • GCSEs in English and maths at Grade C (4) or above or able to achieve Level 2 English and maths whilst on programme

This apprentice position is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build a career in education while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

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

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Where you'll work

  • Coldean Primary School 12 Kenwards, Brighton, BN1 9EN

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