Early Years Apprentice
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Company: Puddle Ducks Nursery (Bright Stars)
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Location: London, SW15 1NR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £19,047.60 per year
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Sector: Early Years
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Ref: VAC-01445
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Application Deadline Date: 16/10/2025
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Start Date: 23/10/2025
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Positions Available: 4
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Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage
Brief Description
Are you a passionate early years practitioner looking to continue to develop your career in an award winning nursery setting? Puddle Ducks Nursery have a great opportunity to train as an Early Years Educator Apprentice and gain your level 3 whilst supporting children's learning, play and development and building key relationships.
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Personal Qualities
A BIG smile!
Sense of humour
Friendly
Enthusiasm and patience
Willing to progress
Skills Required
Good communication skills
Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
Organisation
An attentive and compassionate nature
Training to be Provided
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.
Future Prospects
A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
Puddle Ducks Nursery is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and pursue a Level 3 Early Years qualification. As an outstanding nursery we offer a strong support network and high-quality training to help you develop your skills to an exceptional standard. As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, working in a beautiful setting.
You will be responsible for a group of key children, planning and completing observations, and ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all children at all times.
You’ll be expected to comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework and contribute to creating a safe, fun, and engaging learning environment.
Puddle-ducks is located in a private gated environment a short walk from Putney High Street. The nursery offers a tranquil environment where children become confident learners through stimulating and engaging activities.
In return for hard work, we offer a range of benefits including;
• Age related pay - £12.21 per hour for over 21's
• Uniform
• Employee of the month recognition
• 20 days of holiday (plus an additional day for each year of continuous service)
• Childcare discounts
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Access to a healthcare scheme
Other Information
DBS and references required, DBS paid for by company