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Apprentice Early Years Educator

PIXIELAND (SALTASH) LIMITED · Saltash

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 a week
Apply by
18 Nov 2026
Possible start date
From 14 Dec 2026
Course
Early years educator (level 3)
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Training provider
INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED
Reference
2000061583
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About this apprenticeship

Duties will include:

  • Caring for children
  • Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children's needs
  • Supporting children's play and learning
  • Supporting children's development
  • Adhere to all safeguarding practices
  • Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning

Benefits:

  • Training and Development
  • Referral program
  • Company events
  • Employee of the month program

Working week: Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative

Qualifications the employer asks for

  • Early Years level 2 in Early Years (grade Pass) – essential

About Pixieland Saltash

Setting
Nursery (Ofsted registered)
Local authority
Cornwall
Registered places
130
Advertised by
PIXIELAND (SALTASH) LIMITED

Pixieland Day Nurseries is your best choice for childcare in Plymouth and Saltash, Cornwall. Come visit one of our nurseries today —we’d love to meet you and your child.

With nearly 40 years of experience and caring staff who understand how precious your children are and how important their well-being is.

We know that children will thrive best in their learning if they feel emotionally secure, our key person system supports us in achieving this by helping to build strong relationships between children, their parents and staff.

"Pixieland Day Nurseries believe that by providing excellent education helps very young learners to become stimulated and excited by the fun of learning through play, which supports a positive life-long attitude to learning and succeeding."

If you want to add anything more about our careers you can follow this link which has a bit more information

View Pixieland Saltash in the nursery directory

Employer website

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 18 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
  3. The employer and INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Questions about apprenticeships

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?

Not always. Many apprenticeships accept people without GCSE English and maths and help you achieve them during the apprenticeship. Each advert lists what the employer asks for.

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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