Early Years Educator Apprentice - Childcare 4 u Marlow


Company:	Realise Training
Salary:	£22,464 - £22,464
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Marlow, SL7 3HL
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	24 Jul 2026
Closing date:	23 Aug 2026

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Summary

Childcare 4 u is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is passionate about working with children and eager to undertake a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

To be considered for this role, you must have a genuine love for children and a nurturing, caring approach.

As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, responsible for a group of key children, planning and completing observations, and ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all children at all times.

You’ll be expected to comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework and help create a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment. Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues is central to this role.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including uniform, discounted childcare, access to CPD through Noodle Now, payable bonus when qualified and 28 days of holiday (including bank holidays). Funded Level 3 training with £500 completion bonus plus £1,000 loyalty bonus after one year.

Working Week

40 hours a week Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.

Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five

Personal Qualities

A BIG smile!

Sense of humour

Friendly

Enthusiasm and patience

Willing to progress

Skills Required

Good communication skills

Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential

Organisation

An attentive and compassionate nature

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

A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

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