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    Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3 Early Years Educator (NL)

    LITTLE RAINBOW NURSERY LIMITED · Pontefract, WF8

    Wage:
    £12,480 a year
    Course:
    Early years educator (level 3)
    Closes:
    18 Nov 2026
    Starts:
    19 Nov 2026
    Hours:
    30 a week
    Duration:
    1 Year 1 Month
    More about this apprenticeship

    <p>This apprenticeship is ideal for someone with some prior knowledge and experience within a nursery or school setting and especially someone passionate in childcare and early years, looking to further their career.</p>

    Working week: Apprentices are required to be as flexible as possible to meet the needs of the business. Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.

    Training provider: SWIFT ACI

    Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

    Positions: 1

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    Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship - Little Acorns Nursery - WF11 0BZ

    LITTLE ACORNS NURSERY LTD · KNOTTINGLEY, WF11

    Wage:
    £16,640 a year
    Course:
    Early years educator (level 3)
    Closes:
    8 Nov 2026
    Starts:
    9 Nov 2026
    Hours:
    40 a week
    Duration:
    1 Year 4 Months
    More about this apprenticeship

    <p>We are looking for a motivated Level 3 Early Years Apprentice who is ready to develop their skills.</p> <p>You will work closely with qualified practitioners, support children&rsquo;s learning and begin developing key-worker skills as part of your training.</p>

    Working week: Monday- Friday, up 40 hours per week. £8.00 per hour. Shifts to be confirmed.

    Training provider: EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

    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

    Positions: 1

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Levels

  • Level 2 – equivalent to GCSEs (e.g. early years practitioner)
  • Level 3 – equivalent to A levels (e.g. teaching assistant, early years educator)
  • Level 5–6 – higher and degree level (e.g. postgraduate teacher apprenticeship)

Pay from April 2026

At least £8.00 an hour if you're under 19 or in your first year. After that, the minimum wage for your age (£10.85 at 18 to 20, £12.71 at 21 and over).

How to apply

  1. Pick an apprenticeship below
  2. Choose Apply on GOV.UK
  3. The employer and training provider contact you

How apprenticeships work

You work for the employer, get paid a wage, and spend part of your time training with a provider towards a recognised qualification. You apply on GOV.UK, and the employer and training provider handle the rest.

Questions about education 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.

How do I apply?

Choose Apply on GOV.UK. Applications go through the government's Find an apprenticeship service, not through SchoolJobs.

Where do these adverts come from?

From Find an apprenticeship (GOV.UK), refreshed daily. Adverts that close or are removed there are taken off SchoolJobs.

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Last checked 5 Nov 2026.