Early Years Educator L3 Apprenticeship

Posting date:	10 March 2026
Salary:	£1,120 per month
Additional salary information:	Monday to Friday 24 - 28 hours per week
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 April 2026
Location:	Leeds, North West, LS16 8EX
Company:	Realise Training
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Job reference:	VAC-01965

Summary

We are looking for a motivated and caring individual to join our team as an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working with children and looking to build a career within early years.

Key responsibilities will include the supervision of children to ensure they are safe, engaged, and supported throughout the day. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a strong awareness of safeguarding procedures, always prioritising the wellbeing and protection of the children in our care.

You will work closely with other team members to support planning and delivering age-appropriate activities that encourage learning and development. This includes assisting with creative play, structured learning tasks, and outdoor activities, ensuring all children are included and supported.

The role also involves helping to maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment through light cleaning and general tidying duties, ensuring the setting remains welcoming and compliant with health and safety standards.

This position would suit someone enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn as part of a supportive team.Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

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