Early Years Educator Apprentice Little Steps


Company:	Realise Training
Salary:	£10.85 - £10.85
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Dunstable, LU5 4HR
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	22 Jul 2026
Closing date:	21 Aug 2026

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Summary

The position is in our Little Steps Nursery School. This role involves supporting the daily activities within the nursery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children, working mostly in the baby room. The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with the lead educators to promote the development and well-being of each child in our care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children and babies.

We will support candidates to undertake an apprenticeship in Childcare alongside working with us in the setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being.

• Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development.

• Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child's development.

• Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene.

• Maintain a clean and organised nursery environment, ensuring all equipment is safe and suitable for use.

• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth.

• Manage behaviour in accordance with nursery policies, promoting positive interactions among children.

• Drive initiatives that enhance children's learning experiences through creative play.

• Writing observations on their key children to create a child's learning journey and support them with their next steps.

We can offer you;

• Birthday day off

• Additional leave

• Christmas break off inc Christmas eve

• Discounted or free food

• Company events

Working Week

Monday - Friday shifts between 8-6pm

Qualifications Required

Level 2 qualification in early years preferable

Maths & English GCSE or functional skills but will support if you do not have these.

Personal Qualities

Passionate about working in early years and keen to progress and develop

Caring

Reliable

Skills Required

Good communication skills

Team player

Able to support fun leaning activities

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 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

• 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.

Future Prospects

Career opportunity within the nursery and group to develop.

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

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