Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3

Employer: Ladybird Nurseries Limited - Bromley

Location: BR1 5PY

Salary: £8 per hour for the first 12 months and minimum wage thereafter.

Kickstart Your Career in Early Years Childcare

We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain playworker qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parent

You'll work alongside experienced practitioners, supporting children's learning and development while building the skills and confidence needed for a successful career in early years education.

About the Role

Location: Bromley, BR1 5PY
Salary: £8.00 per hour in the first year, National Minimum Wage for your age thereafter
Hours: 40 hours, Monday to Friday. Between 8am – 6pm.
Apprenticeship Duration: 18 months

This is a great opportunity to:

• Gain hands‑on experience in a supportive environment
• Work with a variety of age groups
• Build your skills while working towards your Level 3 qualification

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will:

• Support children's learning, play and development through engaging activities.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe children's progress and contribute to assessments.
• Support children's individual needs and encourage their development.
• Maintain accurate records and attendance information.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.
• Complete apprenticeship coursework and attend training sessions.

What We’re Looking For

• Passionate about working with children.
• Friendly, caring and patient.
• Creative and enthusiastic.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Reliable with a positive attitude.

Training Provided

You will work towards theLevel 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship delivered byBest Practice Network .

Your training will include:

• Virtual classrooms and webinars.
• Online learning and assignments.
• Work-based learning and portfolio development.
• One-to-one support from an apprenticeship tutor.
• Regular reviews and progress meetings.

No college attendance is required, as all training is delivered through a blended learning approach.

About

We are a small, family-run group of children's nurseries in and around London, built on astrong family ethosand genuine partnership. We work closely with every family to create anurturing and supportive environment, ensuring our children are confident, happy, and have every opportunity tothrive and unlock their full potential.

Safeguarding Statement

This authority/organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. ANY JOB OFFER IS SUBJECT TO suitable DBS and References.

Kickstart Your Career in Early Years Childcare

We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain playworker qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parent

You'll work alongside experienced practitioners, supporting children's learning and development while building the skills and confidence needed for a successful career in early years education.

About the Role

Location: Bromley, BR1 5PY
Salary: £8.00 per hour in the first year, National Minimum Wage for your age thereafter
Hours: 40 hours, Monday to Friday. Between 8am – 6pm.
Apprenticeship Duration: 18 months

This is a great opportunity to:

• Gain hands‑on experience in a supportive environment
• Work with a variety of age groups
• Build your skills while working towards your Level 3 qualification

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will:

• Support children's learning, play and development through engaging activities.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe children's progress and contribute to assessments.
• Support children's individual needs and encourage their development.
• Maintain accurate records and attendance information.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.
• Complete apprenticeship coursework and attend training sessions.

What We’re Looking For

• Passionate about working with children.
• Friendly, caring and patient.
• A strong communicator.
• Creative and enthusiastic.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Reliable with a positive attitude.

Training Provided

You will work towards theLevel 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship delivered byBest Practice Network .

Your training will include:

• Virtual classrooms and webinars.
• Online learning and assignments.
• Work-based learning and portfolio development.
• One-to-one support from an apprenticeship tutor.
• Regular reviews and progress meetings.

No college attendance is required, as all training is delivered through a blended learning approach.

About

We are a small, family-run group of children's nurseries in and around London, built on astrong family ethosand genuine partnership. We work closely with every family to create anurturing and supportive environment, ensuring our children are confident, happy, and have every opportunity tothrive and unlock their full potential.

Safeguarding Statement

This authority/organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. ANY JOB OFFER IS SUBJECT TO suitable DBS and References.

Right to Work & Residency Requirements

Applicants who are not UK nationals must meet apprenticeship funding eligibility rules, including having lived in the UK or EU for at least 3 consecutive years prior to the start date. You must hold a valid visa that does not expire within 18 months of your apprenticeship start date.

We will require a share code to verify your right to work and study in the UK. After submitting your application, you will receive a screening form where you can securely provide your share code for eligibility checks.

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