Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice- Portland Kindergarten

Lincoln, LN5 7DB

Ref: VAC-02630

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £300.00 per week

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 29/10/2026

Start Date: 31/10/2026

Working Week: 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday

Company: Portland Kindergarten Ltd

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

Are you ready to start your career in Early Years, or take the next step by working towards your Level 3 qualification in Childcare?

We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic Modern Apprentices to join our You will gain hands-on experience alongside our experienced childcare professionals, developing the skills, confidence and knowledge needed for a successful career in Early Years - all while earning as you learn in a supportive and nurturing environment.

• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Help create exciting and engaging learning experiences.
• Learn how to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Support children's daily routines, including mealtimes, sleep and personal care.

Benefits:
28 days holiday
Uniform
• Build positive relationships with children and their families.
• Learn about safeguarding, child development, observation and planning.
• Work alongside experienced Early Years Educators.
• Complete your apprenticeship training and assessments.

Qualifications required

You need to have at least a 4/C Grade or above
Health & social care level 3 - desirable

Personal qualities

You should have a strong interest in working with children to help them develop and grow.
You should demonstrate a good work ethic and be able to communicate effectively with the people around you, making sure that you treat both other staff and children with respect and care at all times.

Skills required

Confident in building relationships at all levels
Understanding of confidentiality
Awareness of Safeguarding
Can work to guidelines and policies
Uses initiative
Excellent communication skills
Reliable
Passionate about working with children

Future Prospects

On completion of your level 3 apprenticeship (12-15 months), there may be opportunities to be promoted to a full time Early Years Practitioner and we will work with you to create a continuous development plan and learning pathway to reach your future career goals within the Early Years sector

Other Information

Portland Kindergarten is committed to Safer Recruitment, therefore this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and at least 2 satisfactory references.

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 Level 3 Apprentice- Portland Kindergarten