Apprenticeship · Early years
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Edyta's Little Explorers · Middlesbrough · TS5
- Wage
- £14,560 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£14,560 ÷ 35 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 35 a week
- Apply by
- 5 Jan 2027
- Possible start date
- 10 Jan 2027The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Early Years Educator (Level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- Middlesbrough College
- Posted
- 22 Oct 2026
- Reference
- 2000060577
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to Edyta's Little Explorers .
The apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour for 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027; older apprentices after their first year may qualify for a higher age rate. Check the apprentice minimum wage.
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About this apprenticeship
- Operate a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children in your area in conjunction with other team members
- To keep records of your key children’s development and learning journeys and share this with parents, carers and other key adults in the child’s life
- To follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure
- Support all staff and engage in a good staff team
- Liaise with and support parents and other family members
- To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parent evening, fundraising events etc.
- To be flexible within working practices of the nursery. Be prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the nursery, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment etc.
- Work alongside the Manager and staff team to ensure that the nursery’s philosophy is fulfilled
- Read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to your role as deemed appropriate by the Manager
- Recording accidents in the accident book. Ensure the Manager has initialled the report before parents receives it
- Look upon the nursery, as a “whole” where can your help be most utilised? Be constantly aware of the individual needs of all children
- Ensure someone known and agreed by the nursery and parent collects the child
- To respect the confidentiality of all information received
Working week: Monday - Friday Shifts vary between 8:30am - 5pm.
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Patience
Qualifications the employer asks for
- Maths and English (Grade 4) – essential
About Edyta's Little Explorers
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 5 Jan 2027. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Apprentice Early Years Educator- Easterside Day Nursery & Childcare,Middlesbrough, TS4 3QH
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- Wage:
- £12,480 a year
- Course:
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Closes:
- 13 Nov 2026
- Starts:
- 16 Nov 2026
- Hours:
- 30 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year 3 Months
Apply on GOV.UKMore about this apprenticeship
<p>Apprentice Early Years Educator required at Easterside. We are looking for someone with a love of working with children where you will gain an Early Years Educator Level 3 qualification, organise resources for activities and experiences in the nursery.</p>
Working week: We are open from 7.30am to 6.00pm, shifts to be confirmed.
Training provider: EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience
Positions: 1
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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 5 Jan 2027. Your application goes to Edyta's Little Explorers .
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