Early Years Apprentice
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Scarborough, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Inspiro Learning |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 12966 |
Summary
Programme duration 15 Months 3 months end of point assessment
Programme name Level 3 - Early Years Educator
Little Footsteps Nursery was established in 2004, we are located in the heart of Scarborough town centre, so we are easily accessible by public transport. We are a close-knit nursery, 60 place nursery, and we provide children with endless learning opportunities and share the love and importance of the natural world around us to create life-long memories that they can implement throughout their lives, to achieve the best possible outcomes and prepare them for their future success.
Job description
Little Footsteps Nursery are looking for Level 3 Early Years Apprentice to fit within their team learning on the job skills working with children.
We are looking for someone who enjoys spending time with a variety of aged children and is willing to learn the entire job role.
Some of the duties you will undertake will include:
Supervising children’s play and learning activities.
Supporting children's hygiene routines.
Completing children's learning and development files to a high standard.
Assisting at mealtimes and with feeding.
Contributing to planned programmes of activities.
Liaising with parents and carers.
Following health and safety at all times.
Working as part of a team to set-up the rooms and clear down at the end of the day plus cleaning duties.
To become an apprentice, you must:
Be 16 or over.
Not already be in full-time education.
As an Apprentice you will be completing a Level 3 in Early Years Apprenticeship Standard with Inspiro Learning.
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you're upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
As an apprentice you’ll:
Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
Learn and train for a specific job.
Get paid and receive holiday leave.
Get hands-on experience in a real job.
Study for at least 20% of your working hours.
Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship.
Be on a career path with lots of future potential.
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
Levels of an apprenticeship
Each apprenticeship has a level and an equivalent education level. You can start an apprenticeship at any level.
At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent education level. For example, if you complete a level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent of an A level.
Employer website
https://littlefootstepsdaynursery.co.uk/
Future Prospects
Once the apprenticeship has been completed and passed, this could lead to a permanent position in the nursery. Further training is also available and encouraged to support you as part of your professional development.
Skills required
•The potential candidate needs to have an interest in children's learning and development.
•You will be able to communicate well with parents and colleagues.
•You will show an understanding of what children enjoy doing to learn and develop and be able to engage with young children easily whilst maintaining a safe environment.
•It is necessary to record observations and assessments, therefore satisfactory literacy skills are desirable.
•Be highly motivated and willing to take direction from the childcare team.
Qualifications required
GCSE GRADES 9 to 4 grade-A*- C preferred
Personal qualities
•Be motivated, punctual always, good communicator and be able to work in a team.
•Can use their own initiative.
•Have a positive approach to learning.
•Appreciate and respect diversity.
Things to consider
Please note you could be asked to interview earlier than date advertised, as the dates are a general guide, once we have found the right applicant, we will close the position. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.
As an Apprentice you will complete an Early Years Educator Standard.
Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the Apprentices’ chosen career route, each standard has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in maths and English
Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Inspiro Learning regional trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard they will be put through to end point assessment
The end point assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role. Each Apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, face to face training and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare them for the end of point assessment.
Application instructions
To continue please click apply. At this point you will enter the Inspiro website where you can review the job vacancy in more detail and apply. Please complete the application form. Your details will be sent to the Employer. Contact Debbie with any enquiries 01116 504 0275
Programme name Level 3 - Early Years Educator
Little Footsteps Nursery was established in 2004, we are located in the heart of Scarborough town centre, so we are easily accessible by public transport. We are a close-knit nursery, 60 place nursery, and we provide children with endless learning opportunities and share the love and importance of the natural world around us to create life-long memories that they can implement throughout their lives, to achieve the best possible outcomes and prepare them for their future success.
Job description
Little Footsteps Nursery are looking for Level 3 Early Years Apprentice to fit within their team learning on the job skills working with children.
We are looking for someone who enjoys spending time with a variety of aged children and is willing to learn the entire job role.
Some of the duties you will undertake will include:
Supervising children’s play and learning activities.
Supporting children's hygiene routines.
Completing children's learning and development files to a high standard.
Assisting at mealtimes and with feeding.
Contributing to planned programmes of activities.
Liaising with parents and carers.
Following health and safety at all times.
Working as part of a team to set-up the rooms and clear down at the end of the day plus cleaning duties.
To become an apprentice, you must:
Be 16 or over.
Not already be in full-time education.
As an Apprentice you will be completing a Level 3 in Early Years Apprenticeship Standard with Inspiro Learning.
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you're upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
As an apprentice you’ll:
Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
Learn and train for a specific job.
Get paid and receive holiday leave.
Get hands-on experience in a real job.
Study for at least 20% of your working hours.
Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship.
Be on a career path with lots of future potential.
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
Levels of an apprenticeship
Each apprenticeship has a level and an equivalent education level. You can start an apprenticeship at any level.
At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent education level. For example, if you complete a level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent of an A level.
Employer website
https://littlefootstepsdaynursery.co.uk/
Future Prospects
Once the apprenticeship has been completed and passed, this could lead to a permanent position in the nursery. Further training is also available and encouraged to support you as part of your professional development.
Skills required
•The potential candidate needs to have an interest in children's learning and development.
•You will be able to communicate well with parents and colleagues.
•You will show an understanding of what children enjoy doing to learn and develop and be able to engage with young children easily whilst maintaining a safe environment.
•It is necessary to record observations and assessments, therefore satisfactory literacy skills are desirable.
•Be highly motivated and willing to take direction from the childcare team.
Qualifications required
GCSE GRADES 9 to 4 grade-A*- C preferred
Personal qualities
•Be motivated, punctual always, good communicator and be able to work in a team.
•Can use their own initiative.
•Have a positive approach to learning.
•Appreciate and respect diversity.
Things to consider
Please note you could be asked to interview earlier than date advertised, as the dates are a general guide, once we have found the right applicant, we will close the position. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.
As an Apprentice you will complete an Early Years Educator Standard.
Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the Apprentices’ chosen career route, each standard has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in maths and English
Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Inspiro Learning regional trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard they will be put through to end point assessment
The end point assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role. Each Apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, face to face training and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare them for the end of point assessment.
Application instructions
To continue please click apply. At this point you will enter the Inspiro website where you can review the job vacancy in more detail and apply. Please complete the application form. Your details will be sent to the Employer. Contact Debbie with any enquiries 01116 504 0275