Nursery Educator Apprentice - Walthamstow
kinderzimmer · London · posted 23 July 2026
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At Kinderzimmer, we are dedicated to creating high-quality learning environments that prioritise each child’s developmental needs.
We are currently seeking a Nursery Apprentice to join our team on a 40-hour-per-week contract, working shifts between 7:30am and 6:30pm.
In this role, you will play a key part in:
- Delivering exceptional education and childcare by contributing to planned activities
- Maintaining developmental records
- Supporting children with additional needs
- Collaborating with staff and families
- You will also assist with daily routines such as toileting, mealtimes, and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment
Additional responsibilities include supporting inspections, attending training and staff meetings, and upholding safeguarding and confidentiality standards.
In return, we offer a competitive hourly wage (£8 to £12.71) depending on age and experience), 23 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays, nursery closure over Christmas, a wellness day, a Fiit fitness subscription, a discount membership card with tastecard, and access to Flick - our CPD-accredited training platform to support your ongoing professional development.
Your training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Where it leads
Opportunities to progress within the group.
About kinderzimmer
Independence. Exploration. Wonder
We’re on a mission to provide high-quality early years education and comprehensive childcare to as many children as possible.
By combining our trusted heritage with local expertise, we offer exceptional early education in nurturing, inspiring day nursery environments that prioritise your child’s development, well-being, and individual needs. Our approach focuses on fostering early learning, social skills, and a love of exploration in a safe and stimulating setting designed to help your child thrive.
Things to consider
This post requires an enhanced DBS check as there may be periods of unsupervised access to children. An Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references would be obtained prior to commencement of employment.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
- GCSE Mathematics (grade 4) — essential
Where you'll work
- 35A First Avenue, London, E17 9QG
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