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: Milkshake Montessori School, 131 Warren Road, Whitton, Twickenham, London TW2 7DJ
Salary: £11,778 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (shift-based schedule)
Contract Type: Apprenticeship, with the potential for a full-time role upon completion
Setting: Montessori Nursery / Pre-School
About Us
Milkshake Montessori School is a private nursery based in a peaceful residential area of Whitton, Twickenham (TW2), offering high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0–5 years. We blend Montessori principles with structured routines and a nurturing environment to support the holistic development of each child.
Our setting focuses on independence, hands-on learning, and respect for each child’s individual pace and interests, creating a calm and purposeful learning atmosphere.
Position Overview
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice to join our warm and dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a Montessori-inspired setting while studying toward your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
As an apprentice, you will support qualified staff in creating a caring and stimulating environment, enabling children to explore and thrive through guided Montessori activities and structured care routines.
Key Responsibilities
Support children aged 0–5 in their daily routines and Montessori-led learning activities.
Assist with setting up and maintaining Montessori materials and learning environments.
Observe and record children's development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Montessori guidance.
Promote children’s independence, choice, and concentration through child-led exploration.
Help with care routines, including toileting, hygiene, mealtimes, and sleep schedules.
Maintain a clean, calm, and safe environment that supports children’s emotional and physical well-being.
Work collaboratively with team members to support the smooth running of the nursery day.
Follow safeguarding policies and ensure the welfare of all children in your care.
Engage with parents, carers, and colleagues professionally and respectfully.
Requirements
Ideally hold or be working toward a Level 2 qualification in Childcare/Early Years.
A strong interest in early childhood development and the Montessori approach.
Good communication skills and a patient, nurturing attitude.
Ability to work as part of a small, supportive team.
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities (training provided).
Flexibility to work various shifts during nursery opening hours.
Desirable
Experience or interest in working within a Montessori setting.
Desire to continue into a full-time permanent position after completing the apprenticeship.
What We Offer
Apprentice salary of £11,778 per annum.
Full-time hours (40 hours/week), on a shift basis.
On-the-job training and support to complete your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
Experience in a unique Montessori environment combining care and education.
A calm, respectful workplace culture focused on child-led learning.
Opportunity for a permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
- Department
- Early Years
- Role
- Early Years Educator Level 3
- Locations
- Twickenham
- Yearly salary
- £11,778
- Location
- 131 Warren Road, Whitton, Twickenham, London TW2 7DJ
Twickenham
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.