Apprentice Early Years Educator, Wickford 03SC

SEYMOUR HOUSE LTD. · Basildon

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Founded in 1988, we have over 30 years' experience in care, education and preparing children for school. This history has enabled us to invest in our team, resources and environment to give children the best possible start. Our fantastic team of Educators and Teachers have achieved outstanding Ofsted judgements at all our eleven nursery schools.

Monday to Friday, on a rota basis. Working hours will fall within the opening hours of the nursery, 7:00am- 6:00pm. 40 hours a week1 year 3 monthsCommunication skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English Literature and / or Language (grade Level 2)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths (grade Level 2)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience
Communication skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • From here, the right candidate may develop their career at Seymour House
  • You might opt for a managerial route or you could specialise in areas that excite you such as; special educational needs, disability, speech and language

The Level 3 can also be used as a stepping-stone towards:

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership
  • Honours Degree in Early Years
  • Early Years Teacher (EYITT) or Primary Teacher (QTS)

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Posted 13 Aug 2026
Apply by 30 Sep 2026

Where you'd be based

SS12 9NR

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