Apprenticeship · Early years
Early Years Educator Apprentice (Level 3)
HAPPYFEET PRESCHOOL PENGUINS LIMITED · Scunthorpe · DN15
- Wage
- £15,600 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£15,600 ÷ 37.5 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 37.5 a week
- Apply by
- 27 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- 7 Dec 2026The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Early Years Educator (Level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- Dn Colleges Group
- Posted
- 12 Nov 2026
- Reference
- 2000064022
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to HAPPYFEET PRESCHOOL PENGUINS LIMITED.
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About this apprenticeship
General duties including:
- Supporting children with their learning, play and development through fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
- Helping to create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment where children feel happy, secure and confident.
- Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development, encouraging positive relationships and independence.
- Assisting with daily routines, in line with the setting's policies and procedures.
- Observing children's progress and contributing to assessments and records of their development.
- Working alongside experienced early years practitioners to plan and deliver activities that meet children's individual needs.
- Building positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues to support children's learning and wellbeing.
- Following safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality procedures to ensure the welfare of all children.
- Attending college or training sessions and completing coursework and assessments required for the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.
Working week: Monday to Friday 7.30am-3.30pm
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- A caring and positive attitude
- An enthusiasm for working with
- willingness to learn
- develop new skills
- Reliability and a responsible
- importance of safeguarding
This employer is Disability Confident.
Qualifications the employer asks for
- English (4/C) – essential
- Maths (4/C) – essential
About Happy Feet Preschool Penguins
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- North Lincolnshire
- Registered places
- 38
- Advertised by
- HAPPYFEET PRESCHOOL PENGUINS LIMITED
At Happy Feet Childcare we pride ourselves in providing a safe and secure environment for children and we ensure we support children’s learning through carefully planned play activities that are fun and appropriate to each child's individual needs.
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 27 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and DN COLLEGES GROUP contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Questions about apprenticeships
What qualification will I work towards?
The advertised course is Early years educator (level 3) at Level 3. Confirm the training details with the provider.
How long does the apprenticeship last?
The advertised duration is 1 Year 6 Months. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.
Where do I apply?
Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 27 Nov 2026. Your application goes to HAPPYFEET PRESCHOOL PENGUINS LIMITED.
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