Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Greenford, UB6 7DD

Ref: VAC-01112

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £200.00 per week

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 29/08/2025

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Working Week: Shifts will be either 8am - 6pm across part of the week, or 8am - 1pm and 1pm - 6pm Monday to Friday.

Company: Little Dolphins Childminding

Positions Available: 2

Vacancy Detail

Little Dolphins Childminding is renowned in Perivale for their commitment to building trust and relationships within the community. Their stellar reputation is a testament to the quality of care and education they provide.

As an early years apprentice you will cover;

• Preparing and serving healthy snacks and lunches
• Assisting with nappy changing and personal care
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the setting
• Leading circle time and organizing engaging activities for children
• Supporting children’s development through play and learning
• Building positive relationships with children and families
• Daily feedback and observation of the children using our software

Shifts will be either 8am - 6pm across part of the week, or 8am - 1pm and 1pm - 6pm Monday to Friday.

Benefits for this nursery include;

Free training courses to enhance professional development
Option for unpaid leave during off-peak times
Uniform provided

Qualifications required

Maths and English at level 1 (grade 4) - preferred
Level 2 qualification in Childcare or at least 6 months experience within an early years setting for Level 3, or
Willingness to complete a level 2 apprenticeship

Personal qualities

A genuine love for children
A passion for working with children is essential
Empathetic
Kind
Caring
Dedicated

Skills required

A passion for working with children is essential.
Good communication skills
Proactive attitude
Strong team player with the ability to work independently
Self-motivation
Good communication skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Time management

Future Prospects

Opportunities for career progression within the early years sector - Potential to gain a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Other Information

Full Enhanced DBS required

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 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.

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Early Years Practitioner Apprentice