Early Years Educator Level 3
Become a key member supporting the nursery team and the children on the daily routines
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Job Title: Early Years Educator Apprentice (Level 3)
Location: Lloyd Williamson Nursery, 112 Palace Gardens Terrace, Kensington, London, W8 4RT
Salary: £25,500 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (shift-based schedule)
Contract Type: Apprenticeship, with potential for a full-time role upon completion
Setting: Nursery & Pre-Prep School
About Us
Lloyd Williamson Nursery, located in the heart of Kensington, is a nurturing and inclusive early years setting that forms part of the Lloyd Williamson Schools group. We offer a stimulating and supportive environment for children aged 0–5 years, focusing on individual development through play, structured learning, and care. Our dedicated team ensures a strong foundation for children as they begin their educational journey.
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice to join our experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification. The apprentice will play a vital role in supporting the learning and care of young children in both nursery and pre-prep school settings.
Key Responsibilities
Support children aged 0–5 in their daily routines and structured learning activities.
Assist in delivering a play-based and child-centred curriculum, in line with the EYFS framework.
Observe and monitor children's development, contributing to individual learning journeys and reports.
Assist with personal care routines, including hygiene, toileting, and meal times.
Help prepare and organise learning resources and classroom materials.
Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating learning environment at all times.
Uphold safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures, ensuring children’s welfare is prioritised.
Contribute to classroom and nursery operations, including supporting behaviour management and daily transitions.
Engage positively with parents, staff, and children to build strong relationships and effective communication.
Take an active part in team meetings, training sessions, and developmental opportunities provided by the setting.
Requirements
Must be working towards or hold a Level 2 Early Years qualification (Level 3 training will be supported).
A genuine passion for working with young children in an educational setting.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy nursery environment.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Flexibility to work shifts across the nursery’s opening hours.
Desirable
Previous experience in a childcare setting is beneficial but not mandatory.
A desire to progress into a full-time Early Years Educator role post-apprenticeship.
What We Offer
Competitive apprentice salary of £25,500 per annum.
Supportive team and professional development opportunities.
Hands-on experience in both nursery and pre-prep school environments.
Possibility of a full-time permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Ongoing training and support towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
- Department
- Early Years
- Role
- Early Years Educator Level 3
- Locations
- Kensington
- Yearly salary
- £25,000
- Location
- 112 Palace Gardens Terrace London W8 4RT
Kensington
Our Perks & Benefits
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🏄🏻♀️ 30 days paid vacation
We value that you get more time with your family and friends. Therefore we offer everybody 30 days paid vacation. -
🕐 Flexible working hours
We value work-life balance highly, therefore we have flexible working hours. -
🥯 Breakfast at work
Every day we got breakfast at work. We want to make sure our colleagues have the energy to do their work properly. -
Regular social & team events 🕺
Once a quarter we celebrate our successes as a team.
Workplace, Culture & Diversity
Corporate culture is essential to allow the organization to differentiate itself. In terms of image on the one hand, it has strengths both internally and externally to consumers. It is indeed a source of cohesion and motivation of employees and it limits conflicts. With customers, it conveys a positive image and can develop a feeling of closeness to the company or even become a criterion of choice.