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Early Years Practitioner Level 3 Apprentice
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SHEFFIELD CHILDRENS CENTRE LTD
Apprenticeship Level 3
Apply by: 07/08/2026
Apply now on the GOV.UK apprenticeship site
About The Role
Working as part of a highly motivated team dedicated to providing a high standard of holistic care and development for all children attending the setting, safeguarding children and health and safety etc. Working within current guidelines and legislation regarding the care and education of young children.
- To work as part of a highly motivated team dedicated to providing a high standard of holistic care and development for all children attending the setting
- To gain a good knowledge of the policies and procedures within the nursery for such events as illness, accidents, safeguarding children and health and safety etc.
- Working within current guidelines and legislation regarding the care and education of young children
- To work towards gaining a standard required under the Level 3 Child Care qualification held
- Contribute to ensuring that mandatory paperwork (accident, incident, health and safety lists, risk assessments, medicine logs) are being completed in line with nursery procedures
- To ensure that practice within the area of responsibility is consistent with the standards laid down in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- To work with qualified room staff to create and maintain a stimulating and challenging environment which meets the diverse needs of all children attending
- With the support and guidance of qualified staff, create and maintain a stimulating outdoor area supporting all areas of learning
- With the support and guidance of qualified room staff, ensure development reviews are being completed in line with the statutory requirement, following the transition procedures set out by room leaders
- To liaise and engage with parents who access the Nursery, to provide advice and support and answer questions in line with the settings
- Key Person role, to develop personal skills and practice within the EYFS framework and standards and undertake any professional development as identified during performance monitoring at staff supervisions
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You will need to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for this position. You will need to be patient and have empathy to do this role and have a passion to develop children's learning. Be able to commit to the hours and length of the apprenticeship.
- Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing through engaging, play-based experiences
- Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, maintaining accurate and meaningful learning journeys
- Plan and implement activities that support all areas of learning and development
- Promote a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children
- Build strong, professional relationships with children, parents, and carers
- Support children with additional needs and work collaboratively with external professionals where required
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene at all times
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the setting
- Work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility across rooms
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Potential career progression:
- Room Leader
- Team Leader
- Section Leader
- Early Years Lead Practitioner level 5
About The Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
About The Employer
We are an Outstanding Ofsted-rated, award-winning Early Excellence Centre at the heart of the Sheffield community. Our children’s centre is known for delivering exceptional early years education and care, grounded in the EYFS framework. We are passionate about providing a nurturing, inclusive, and inspiring environment where children, families, and staff thrive.
We pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous professional development. Whether you are already Level 3 qualified or looking to complete your Level 3 apprenticeship, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a setting that truly invests in its people.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Training Provider
JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
Course/Training
Early years educator (level 3)
Apply by: 07/08/2026
Apply now on the GOV.UK apprenticeship site
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