Early Years Educator Apprentice

London, SW16 3LB

Ref: VAC-02071

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £320.00 per week

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 31/05/2026

Start Date: 01/06/2026

Working Week: 4 days a week (10 hours a day)

Company: Norbury Hill Cubs Nursery

Positions Available: 2

Vacancy Detail

Norbury Hill Cubs is an Ofsted-registered nursery with over 18 years of experience, committed to delivering high-quality early years education. We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will support qualified practitioners while gaining hands-on experience in a nurturing and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Assist with planning activities that support children’s learning and development
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress
• Act as a key person for a group of children (with support)
• Ensure the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

What We’re Looking For:

A genuine passion for working with children
A caring, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach
Willingness to learn and develop within early years education
Ability to work well as part of a team and follow guidance

What We Offer:

Full support to achieve your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
Ongoing mentoring from an experienced leadership team
A friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment
Valuable hands-on experience in a well-established nursery

Additional Information:

Caring for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years
Open year-round from 8:00am to 6:00pm

We believe that by looking after our staff, we ensure they can provide the best care and attention to your little ones. At Norbury Hill Cubs, it's not just about education; it's about creating a nurturing space where love, care, and learning intertwine to build a foundation for a bright and promising future for your child.

Qualifications required

No prior qualifications required — all training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship. GCSE English and Maths Grade 4/C or above desirable but not essential.

Personal qualities

• Warm, caring, and nurturing nature
• Genuine passion for working with young children
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Positive attitude with a strong eagerness to learn
• Patient and able to remain calm under pressure
• Professional approach to confidentiality and safeguarding

Skills required

• Good communication and listening skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults
• Willingness to learn and take direction from qualified practitioners

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship, there is the opportunity for a permanent position as a qualified Level 3 practitioner at Norbury Hill Cubs. We are a growing setting that values and invests in our staff.

Other Information

This role involves working directly with young children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Applicants must be comfortable with all aspects of personal care. The role requires a full enhanced DBS check.

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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