Opportunity information
Salary £325.5 per week
Duration 18 months
Advert closing date 29/06/2026
Description
Level 2 qualified and ready to take the next step to Level 3? Dragonflies Nursery is seeking a motivated apprentice to join its friendly and supportive team. Could this be you? The nursery inspires and challenges children, creating a space where curiosity, creativity and a love of learning thrive every day.
As a level 3 apprentice you will be a key member of the nursery team, your daily activities may include:
Planning and implementing fun and educational activities with the children
Play alongside and with children to support their play
Supporting children’s creative and imaginative experiences
Maintaining development records on key children
Supervising children at rest times and at mealtimes
Contributing to and promoting health and safety
Ensuring the play area is clean and tidy at all times
Working closely with parents and providing feedback on their child
Useful Qualities to have
Friendly and approachable
Patient, and caring
The ability to interact positively with children and adults
Flexible and willing to carry out a number of different activities within the job role
Reliable
Trustworthy
Motivated
The ability to work using your own initiative
This position would suit a candidate with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is able to work on their own initiative and is prepared to commit to the work required for an apprenticeship.
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Entry requirements
Good Maths- A-C (9-4) Grades in maths or equivalent is desired but not essential
Good English - A-C (9-4) Grades in English or equivalent is desired but not essential
Training to be provided
Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
On the job training
Things to consider
If you are using public transport to get to this employer, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available.
Skills required
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Future prospects
Progression to a higher level qualification or full time employment may be available after completion of the apprenticeship.
Hours per week 30
Working week Monday - Friday hours to be determined
Apprenticeship standard Early years educator (Level 3)
Gloucestershire, Avon, United Kingdom, GL9 1DD
