Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

RAINBOW SMILES LTD · Lambeth

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Social careAdvanced Level 3On-siteFull-TimeApprenticeship

Rainbow Smiles is a State of the Art Children’s Day Nursery catering for Children from the ages of 3 months to 5 Years Old. The Nursery Ethos is summed up in the statement “Where Only the Best Will Do”, as we appreciate that choosing a suitable Nursery for your child is the most important decision any Parent will have to make, as the Early Years of any child life are the most important for the child’s long term development. As such our primary aim is to provide the highest level of care for each and every child who attends our Nursery. In pursuit of this objective we have realised that the most important factor associated in achieving this goal, is the interaction between ALL our team and the children.

Nursery opening hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30am- 6:30pm Shifts to be confirmed during these hours. 40 hours a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, You must be a UK resident and have at least 3 years residency in the UK / EU, If you require a Visa, this must not expire before the apprenticeship end date (up to 24 months), GCSEs in English and maths at Grade C (4) or above or able to achieve Level 2 English and maths whilst on programme

Requirements

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

  • You must be a UK resident and have at least 3 years residency in the UK / EU
  • If you require a Visa, this must not expire before the apprenticeship end date (up to 24 months)
  • GCSEs in English and maths at Grade C (4) or above or able to achieve Level 2 English and maths whilst on programme

This Apprentice position is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build a career in education while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

Safeguarding Statement.

This authority / organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.

As part of the safer recruitment, you will require an enhanced DBS. This will be applied for by the employer if successful.

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

After this apprenticeship

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

  • The Early Years Educator Level 3 is an advanced apprenticeship equivalent to an NVQ 3
  • You could progress to the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship and do further training to reach Early Years Teacher Status

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Posted 07 Sep 2026
Apply by 01 Oct 2026

Where you'd be based

SE21 8HE

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