Early Years Apprentice Level 3

Experience & Qualifications

Experience working with children aged 0-5 years. Level 2 Early Years qualification.

Skills & Abilities

Professional, mature approach to work. Flexible with working hours. Reliable, conscientious, and committed to high‑quality care. Strong team‑working skills. Understanding of the need for a stimulating, caring, and consistent environment. Awareness of the importance of following policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to work effectively within a professional childcare team. Clear understanding of confidentiality. Understanding of children’s needs and behaviour. Ability to plan and support age‑appropriate, engaging activities. Commitment to promoting respect for all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures. Motivated, with the ability to motivate children and colleagues. Creative, with the ability to develop imaginative ideas.

Training:

You will receive dedicated on‑the‑job training from your employer at Little Quay Nursery and Learning Hub. 

Off‑the‑job training will be delivered through weekly classroom sessions at Achievement Training’s City Centre location. Alternatively, you may be work‑based and allocated time during your working week to study the theory elements of the programme.

You will be working towards:

Level 3 Early Years Educator standard. Apprentices under 19, without level 2 English and maths (A*-C or 9-4 GCSE or equivalents) will need to achieve this level prior to completion of their Apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:
Qualified Early Years Educator Room Leader

Employer Description:

Nestled by the sea, Little Quay Nursery and Learning Hub is a haven for beginnings- welcoming babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers into a setting that cherishes curiosity, nurtures emotional safety, and fosters lifelong confidence.

We offer more than childcare; we offer quiet strength, clear purpose, and a poetic rhythm to the early years. With safeguarding at the heart of every decision and stories waiting to be written in every room, Little Quay is where families find trust, and children find their way.

Whether it’s a baby’s first smile, a toddler’s bold step, or a preschooler’s leap forward in learning- every moment here matters.

Nurtured by Nature

At Little Quay, sustainability isn’t a tick-box exercise- it’s a promise. From eco-friendly nappies and reusable resources, to energy conscious operations, we believe young children flourish when surrounded by mindful choices..

We are committed to:

Sourcing toys and materials from ethical suppliers.
Reducing plastic use and encouraging refillable systems.
Embedding nature-based learning with seasonal gardening and composting.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm. 35 hours a week.

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