Early Years Apprenticeship in Bury Saint Edmunds at Colourbox Montessori School

Salary£16,640 / year
Work typeIn person
LocationBury Saint Edmunds
Job typeApprenticeship Jobs
Closes16 Nov 2026
LevelAdvanced
Starts20 Nov 2026
Hours40 a week
Duration1 Year 2 Months

Job description

Summary

Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start a rewarding career in childcare?

Swift Childcare is offering an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn and gain a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice qualification!

What you will do at work

  • Supporting children’s learning and development in a nursery or childcare setting
  • Engaging children in fun and educational activities
  • Ensuring a safe and stimulating environment
  • Assisting with daily routines such as meals, nap times, and outdoor play
  • Observing and recording children’s progress
  • Working closely with a team of experienced childcare professionals

Training

  • Remote Learning – Complete your qualification with online support from experienced tutors
  • Hands-on Experience – Gain valuable skills in a real work environment
  • Career Progression – Opportunities to move into full-time employment upon completion
  • Dedicated Mentor – One-to-one guidance throughout your apprenticeship  

Requirements and skills

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Qualifications

  • GCSE English (4/C) – desired
  • GCSE Maths (4/C) – desired

About this employer

Colourbox Montessori Schools are guided by a passionate team of dedicated Montessori educators, each bringing years of experience and a deep love for nurturing young minds.

After this apprenticeship

Many apprentices go on to full-time roles with their employer, with the potential for career progression in childcare, such as room leader, higher level qualifications and managerial roles. 

Things to consider

Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

A Full UK Driving Licence is desirable. 

Employee benefits

✔ Earn from £8.00 per hour while gaining a full and relevant childcare qualification

✔ Earn paid time off / holiday allowance while you learn

✔ Career progression

Employer

Colourbox Montessori School

Listed via Find an Apprenticeship

Training provider

Training provider
Swift ACI
Training course
Early years educator (level 3)
Working pattern
Full time (30 - 40 hours). Shift patterns vary.

Published by the employer on Find an apprenticeship, the government vacancy service.

Location

School House
Church Road
Bury Saint Edmunds, East of England
IP29 5AU
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