Early Years Apprenticeship - St. Mary's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
| Posting date: | 13 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £7.55 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Apprentice Wage for the first year, and minimum wage thereafter. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 December 2025 |
| Location: | SO14 1LU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Best Practice Network Limited |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice Opportunity
Employer: St. Mary's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Location: Ascupart St, Southampton SO14 1LU
Training Provider: Best practice Network
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, play, and grow? This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in early years education while gaining a nationally recognised qualification!
We are working in partnership with St. Mary's Church of England Primary School and Nursery, a welcoming and supportive early years setting, to recruit a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice.
What You’ll Be Doing
As an apprentice, you will:
- Support children’s learning and development through play and planned activities.
- Help create a caring, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
- Assist with daily routines, such as meal times, personal care (changing nappies), and outdoor play.
- Contribute to observations and planning for individual children’s progress.
- Work as part of a team to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and supported.
What You’ll Gain
- A Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
- Valuable hands-on experience in a real early years setting.
- Support and guidance from experienced staff and your dedicated training provider tutor.
- Excellent prospects for progression within the childcare sector.
- Online training delivered by Best Practice Network – no college to attend, all learning completed online.
Entry Requirements
- A genuine interest in working with young children.
- Commitment to completing your apprenticeship training.
- (GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths are desirable, but support can be provided to achieve these if needed.)
Apprenticeship Details
- Hours: Monday - Friday 3:30am to 3:30pm, Term Time Only
- Duration: 18 months
Please attach your CV to your application as this will be sent to the employer after screening is completed.
Safeguarding Statement
This authority/organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.
As part of the safer recruitment, you will require an enhanced DBS. This will be applied for by the employer if successful.
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Employer: St. Mary's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Location: Ascupart St, Southampton SO14 1LU
Training Provider: Best practice Network
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, play, and grow? This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in early years education while gaining a nationally recognised qualification!
We are working in partnership with St. Mary's Church of England Primary School and Nursery, a welcoming and supportive early years setting, to recruit a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice.
What You’ll Be Doing
As an apprentice, you will:
- Support children’s learning and development through play and planned activities.
- Help create a caring, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
- Assist with daily routines, such as meal times, personal care (changing nappies), and outdoor play.
- Contribute to observations and planning for individual children’s progress.
- Work as part of a team to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and supported.
What You’ll Gain
- A Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
- Valuable hands-on experience in a real early years setting.
- Support and guidance from experienced staff and your dedicated training provider tutor.
- Excellent prospects for progression within the childcare sector.
- Online training delivered by Best Practice Network – no college to attend, all learning completed online.
Entry Requirements
- A genuine interest in working with young children.
- Commitment to completing your apprenticeship training.
- (GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths are desirable, but support can be provided to achieve these if needed.)
Apprenticeship Details
- Hours: Monday - Friday 3:30am to 3:30pm, Term Time Only
- Duration: 18 months
Please attach your CV to your application as this will be sent to the employer after screening is completed.
Safeguarding Statement
This authority/organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.
As part of the safer recruitment, you will require an enhanced DBS. This will be applied for by the employer if successful.
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.