School Early Years Educator Apprentice J3458

SOUTH WEST APPRENTICESHIP COMPANY LTD

Apprenticeship summary

You will help create joyful, purposeful play experiences, support children’s learning and wellbeing, and work closely with qualified educators who will guide your development every step of the way. 

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Closing date: January 27, 2026

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Wage:
£11,778 a year
Total hours per week:
30
Expected duration (weeks):
102
Positions (available):
1
Date posted:
January 13, 2026
Possible start date:
February 16, 2026
Apprenticeship level:

Advanced

Job Role:

  • Ensure the welfare and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge 
  • Support the planning and delivery of purposeful play activities in line with the early year’s foundation stage 
  • Work with parents, colleagues and other agencies to ensure children’s individual needs are met
  • Support the children to understand healthy life choices through engaging play activities
  • Take an active role in seeking out continuous professional development opportunities during the apprentice’s programme and beyond 
  • Use communication and knowledge of child development to engage with children and support those requiring additional support
  • Support children who are experiencing transitions such as moving to school or birth of a sibling, using your knowledge of the children to support them
  • Carry out respectful care routines such as feeding, nappy changing and dental care
  • Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
  • Support children’s numeracy, literacy and language through a range of play activities and opportunities

Potential full-time role for upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.

Employer

SOUTH WEST APPRENTICESHIP COMPANY LTD

As an apprentice, South West Apprenticeship Company Limited, the Flexi Job Agency (FJA) will employ the successful candidate on behalf of this employer. 99% of our apprentices gain full-time employment with their host organisation after completing their apprenticeship or they have progressed onto higher qualifications. The experience and knowledge you gain, plus the relationships you develop, make it easier to progress quickly.

Training

Training Provider:

NORTH WALES TRAINING LTD.

Apprenticeship standard:

Early years educator (level 3)