Apprentice Early Years Educator Level 3 - Cambridge

Patacake Nurseey is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

About the Role

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development. Key responsibilities include:

Acting as a key person for a group of children Supporting planning, observations, and assessments Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times Creating a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

What We Offer

In return for your commitment, we offer:

£500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year. Free uniform Discounted childcare 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now

Salary - under 18 - £7.60 per hour, 18-20 - £10.05 per hour, 21+ - £12.25 per hour.

Your Future with Us

Supportive Team: You’ll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions

Training:

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.



Training Outcome:

A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.



Employer Description:
Patacake Day Nursery is a private day care nursery situated in a light and spacious building in Sedley Court, Malta Road in Cambridge.
Our philosophy is that every child we care for deserves a calm, caring, safe and stimulating environment in which to learn.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage.

Skills:
Administrative skills,Analytical Skills,Attention to detail,Communication Skills,Creative,Customer care skills,Initiative,IT skills,Logical,Non judgemental,Number skills,Organisation skills,Patience,Presentation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
  • Posted: 24-Mar-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk