Apprenticeship · Early years
Early Years Educator apprentice
LITTLE BUNDLES CHILDMINDING LTD · Solihull
- Wage
- £12,480 a year
- Hours
- 30 a week
- Apply by
- 20 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- Earliest 23 Nov 2026 – the actual start is agreed with the employer after interview
- Course
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
- Reference
- 2000060857
About this apprenticeship
- Daily routine & direct care
- Welcome families
- Manage personal care
- Supervise active play
- Learning & development
- Deliver EYFS activities
- Observe child milestones
- Teamwork & administration
- Update digital learning journals
- Participate in staff handovers
Working week: Monday to Friday 30 hours per week, morning of afternoon shifts.
Skills: 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, Physical fitness
Qualifications the employer asks for
- GCSE in English (grade 4 or above) – essential
- GCSE in Maths (grade 4 or above) – essential
About LITTLE BUNDLES CHILDMINDING LTD
- We are new to the B90 area! I am a fun-loving individual and and am a proud mother of two beautiful boys aged 9 and 12. Little Bundles ran successfully for 2 academic years in Yorkshire and was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. The inspector was particularly impressed with how well I knew the children in my care and the level of progress that they were all making in all areas from their starting points. We provide a home away from home for children between 6 months and 5 years and create a child friendly, stimulating and engaging environment where we can develop young minds and help them to make optimum progress. When a child joins us at Little Bundles we try to understand their needs and work with parents to help them to consistently make progress from their starting points. We share photos and videos with parents so they can partake in their child's development. We provide a healthy and balanced diet over the week with timely snacks and meals to encourage positive eating habits as well as opportunities for them to rest or sleep as appropriate. We track the progress that our babies and children make using the Birth to 5 matters so we can actively help them to progress towards their next steps.
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 20 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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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?
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