Early Years Practitioner Level 3
North Leeds Community Nursery · On-Site
Job Description:
Early Years Apprentice – £21,408 a Year – Leeds
Location: Headingley, Leeds (LS6)
Wage: £21,408 per year (equivalent to £13.23 an hour on a 5-day working pattern) — well above the apprentice minimum wage
Hours: 37.5 hours a week, with the option of a 4-day or 5-day working week
Training: Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Start your career in childcare — no experience required!
Love working with children? This is your chance to train as an Early Years Educator while earning a great wage from day one. You'll work alongside qualified practitioners in a friendly, supportive nursery setting, building real hands-on skills as you study towards your Level 3 qualification.
What you'll be doing:
Support children's development in line with the EYFS
Help carry out observations and maintain learning records
Assist with daily routines, activities and smooth transitions
Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Build strong working relationships with colleagues and parents
Begin developing key-worker skills as part of your training
What we're looking for:
Passion for early years education
A nurturing, team-first attitude
Commitment to completing your Level 3 qualification
Understanding of safeguarding (full training given)
Previous experience with children is a bonus, not a requirement
Desirable (not essential):
GCSE English (grade C/4+)
GCSE Maths (grade C/4+)
Other relevant qualifications or experience welcomed — your apprenticeship can be tailored around what you already know
Skills we value: Communication, organisation, attention to detail, teamwork, initiative, patience, a non-judgemental approach, and genuine care for children's development.
Please note: This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Application question(s):
How long is your commute to Headingley, Leeds (LS6)?
Licence/Certification:
driving licence and access to a car (not essential) (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Perks & benefits
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
