Apprenticeship · Early years
Level 3 Childcare Apprentice
Wimbledon Day Nursery · London
- Wage
- £12,480 a year
- Hours
- 30 a week
- Apply by
- 16 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- From 30 Nov 2026
- Course
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 1 Month
- Training provider
- SWIFT ACI
- Reference
- 2000053775
About this apprenticeship
- Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0-5
- Completing a variety of day-to-day childcare tasks to ensure that children’s needs, welfare and education is catered for. This can include helping children to learn numeracy and language skills through games, take part in singing, role play and story telling and more
- Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, to provide a high level of service for the childcare setting
- Meet the care needs of the individual child, such as feeding, changing nappies and administration of medicine
Working week: Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
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
Qualifications the employer asks for
- GCSE in English (grade 4) – essential
- GCSE in Maths (grade 4) – essential
About Wimbledon Day Nursery
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- Merton
- Registered places
- 68
With a highly qualified team of staff and a management team who together have over twenty years of childcare knowledge we have managed to create a home away from home experience for your pride and joy. We believe in working closely with all families offering ongoing support and encouraging continual involvement in the nursery life for children.
Part of A & M'S LIMITED, a nursery group.
View Wimbledon Day Nursery in the nursery directoryHow to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 16 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and SWIFT ACI 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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