Early Years Educator Apprentice

Leeds, LS5 3LD

Ref: VAC-01874

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £302.00 per week

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 31/03/2026

Start Date: 08/04/2026

Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Company: The Tots Team

Positions Available: 2

Vacancy Detail

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who place the child at the heart of everything they do. At our brand-new setting based at Headingley Train Station, we have multiple positions available for those committed to making every day a positive and enriching experience for children under five.

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Birth to 5 Matters frameworks, offering a balance of structured adult-led activities and child-initiated play. Our outdoor areas are designed to extend learning across all seven areas of the curriculum. As part of the role, you will plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child’s interests and developmental needs, promote literacy, numeracy, and language skills, and act as a key person to help children feel safe and valued.

You will carry out observations, manage care routines with compassion, and work closely with parents, colleagues, and professionals to support each child’s well-being. Supporting children through key transitions and ensuring safeguarding and equality are also essential aspects of the role. We are seeking educators who bring energy, creativity, and initiative to both the room and the lives of the children. Salary is dependent on experience.

Qualifications required

Maths and English at level 2 or equivalent
Option for skills Bootcamp course to start accelerated apprenticeship at level 3 for the right candidate

Personal qualities

Enthusiastic,
Able to use initiative and
Passionate about childcare

Skills required

Self-motivation
Good communication skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Time management
Committed to being a learner and completing the course

Future Prospects

Career Development and progression and room leader

Other Information

Shifts - Monday to Friday

Salary is based on experience

Safeguarding is paramount, so a full DBS will be obtained.

Onsite Parking

Training to be Provided

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 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.

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Early Years Educator Apprentice