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Apprentice Early Years Educator Level 3

Shining Stars Day Nursery · Halifax

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 a week
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
Possible start date
Earliest 1 Dec 2026 – the actual start is agreed with the employer after interview
Course
Early years educator (level 3)
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Training provider
CALDERDALE COLLEGE
Reference
2000043758
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About this apprenticeship

Working towards your childcare qualification, you will learn through training on and off the job within the nursery, be coached and mentored by our nurseries training coordinator, have planned college lecturer assistance visits which will take place on teams or in person. This role is spent working at the nursery full time working across our three nursery rooms which are babies approximate - age ranges 0-2 years, toddlers 2-3 years and preschool 3-5 years where apprentices will learn the essential knowledge, skills and behaviours of how to become a qualified, competent and successful Early Years Professional.

  • To make a positive contribution to the work of Shining Stars Day Nurseries by ensuring that high-quality early learning and play services are provided to children and young people.
  • To keep abreast of legislation, guidelines, policies to ensure the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements are met at all times enabling the delivery of high-quality provision.
  • To establish and maintain positive working relationships with parents/carers in a way that supports children’s learning and development and values parental involvement both at Nursery and at Home.
  • To plan and provide safe, appropriate, child-led and adult initiated experiences, activities and play opportunities in indoor, outdoor and in out-of-setting contexts, which enable children to develop and learn.
  • To ensure that a caring and stimulating environment is provided for children that takes into account individual developmental needs and enables children to reach their full potential.
  • To promote parents’ understanding of child development and early learning as a crucial factor in their children’s achievement at school and future life chances.

Working week: Monday - Friday. Shifts TBC.

Skills: Communication skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications the employer asks for

  • GCSE in Maths and English (grade 4/C or above/equivalent) – essential

About Shining Stars Day Nursery

Setting
Nursery (Ofsted registered)
Local authority
Calderdale
Registered places
80

Shining Stars Day Nursery

Private Day Nurseries, one setting located at Illingworth and the other based on Clare Road, Halifax.

We were established in 2013 and have grown to become a popular high quality childcare provider within the local area.

We have a strong record of developing our staff and our apprentice staff have in the past been awarded ‘Most Improved Apprentice’ and recognised ‘An Exceptional Apprentice’ for their studies.

We employ a full time training coordinator (qualified assessor & tutor) who works across both our nursery settings to help coach and mentor our apprentices whilst they complete their apprenticeship. This dedicated support we offer means that our apprentices feel extra supported during their apprenticeship. Once the apprentice approaches the end point assessment stage, verbal and practical support is offered to prepare all our apprentices for their final assessments.

Part of SHINING STARS NURSERY LTD, a nursery group.

View Shining Stars Day Nursery in the nursery directory

How to apply

  1. Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
  2. Complete the application before 30 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
  3. The employer and CALDERDALE COLLEGE contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Locations

  • HX2
  • Halifax, HX1

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Who can apply for an apprenticeship?

Anyone aged 16 or over in England who is not in full-time education. There is no upper age limit.

How much are apprentices paid?

From 1 April 2026 the apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour if you are under 19 or in your first year; after that you get the National Minimum Wage for your age (£10.85 at 18 to 20, £12.71 at 21 and over). Many schools and nurseries pay more, and each advert shows its wage exactly as the employer gave it.

Do I need GCSEs to start?

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How long does an apprenticeship last?

At least 8 months, and most school and nursery apprenticeships take 12 to 24 months. Each advert shows its expected duration.

Can I become a teacher through an apprenticeship?

Yes. A teaching assistant or early years apprenticeship is a common first step, and graduates can train through the postgraduate teacher apprenticeship.

What qualification will I get?

Each advert names its course, for example Early years educator (level 3) or Teaching assistant (level 3), which are recognised qualifications.

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