Level 3 Early Years Educator in a Nursery – Apprentice Nursery Assistant
Funky Owls Nursery LTD · London · posted 30 July 2026
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Your role will include:
- Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being proactive with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector
- Assisting and meeting the personal / emotional needs of individual children - changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children
- Work (under supervision), providing all aspects of care / support to children, ensuring they take part in day-to-day learning and play activities
- Ensure that the setting is safe, clean and well-presented
- Collaborate with colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of work are carried out and are provided throughout your role in a positive manner
- To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities
- Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas
- Be able to understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy
- Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment
Your training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Where it leads
When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare. Initially, you will be working towards an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare.
About Funky Owls Nursery LTD
Funky Owls Nursery is situated in the heart of Colliers Wood, just a stone’s throw from the underground, and local bus routes, making the setting the perfect choice for busy working parents. Behind our doors, you will find a beautifully sustainable, natural environment, where children are excited to learn, and practitioners are excited to teach. In 2022, Ofsted noted “The setting is committed to using more eco-friendly products and natural materials.“ At the same time, nestled amongst the Wandle Park, Colliers Wood Recreation Ground, and on the doorstep of Merton Abbey Mills, there is an abundance of opportunities for our children to extend their learning beyond the setting on their daily excursions. We believe our children should have the opportunity to explore their local surroundings and be involved in their local community. Our most recent Ofsted report cites “The staff ensure that children participate in outings daily, and parents speak highly about children’s engagement within the community.”
Things to consider
Before you make your application, please ensure that you can reliably travel to and from the employer location daily.
Please check bus times / travel arrangements. You will have to agree to undergo a check of police records (e.g., a DBS) and be willing to subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
For any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact 01622 934046. Please do not contact the employer directly!
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade Pass) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade Pass) — essential
- GCSE Early Years Practitioner (grade Pass) — desired
Where you'll work
- 111-115, HIGH STREET COLLIERS WOOD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, SW19 2HR
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