Early Years Educator Apprenticeship in Stockton-on-Tees at Smiles North East

Salary£12,480 / year
Work typeIn person
LocationStockton-on-Tees
Job typeApprenticeship Jobs
Closes6 Nov 2026
LevelAdvanced
Starts9 Nov 2026
Hours30 a week
Duration1 Year 4 Months

Job description

Summary

Are you looking for a career in childcare? Smiles Nursery – Norton TS20 1BY are recruiting! You will be ensuring the educational, social, physical, emotional, health and welfare needs of the children are always met. During the apprenticeship, you will complete an Early Years Educator Level 3. are recruiting! 

What you will do at work

  • Following appropriate policies, procedures and systems, ensuring the educational, social, physical, emotional, health and welfare needs of the children are always met
  • To become involved in children’s activities to stimulate and extend their learning
  • To demonstrate sensitivity toward children and families within the facility
  • Assisting in the admission and induction of new children
  • Assisting in the maintenance of all necessary records to meet internal, E.Y.D.C.P., and Ofsted requirements
  • To take an active role in the promotion of excellent health and safety practices
  • To respond effectively to any health and safety issues that may arise and report any necessary matters
  • To participate in training and meetings as requested by the management team
  • Performing any other duties commensurate with the general nature of the position requested by the management team

Training

  • Early Years Educator Level 3
  • Training will include paediatric first aid qualification

Requirements and skills

Skills

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

Qualifications

  • GCSE maths (4/C or above) – desired
  • GCSE maths (4/C or above) – desired

About this employer

At Smiles, we’re more than just an award-winning nursery—we’re a vibrant, nurturing community dedicated to providing outstanding childcare for little ones from 6 weeks to 11 years old. With two fantastic locations—one nestled amidst enchanting woodland in Billingham and the other set within the picturesque grounds of Frederick Nattress in Norton—every day is an adventure waiting to happen!

We believe that the early years are magical and pivotal in a child’s life. That’s why we’ve created a warm, stimulating environment where every child can thrive, flourish, and feel truly valued. Our passionate team of early years practitioners brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and heartfelt care to inspire a love of learning through fun and engaging activities.

After this apprenticeship

For the successful candidate, there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

Things to consider

  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Must have 2 references

Employer

Smiles North East

Listed via Find an Apprenticeship

Training provider

Training provider
Eden Training Solutions
Training course
Early years educator (level 3)
Working pattern
Setting is open Monday - Friday, 7.00am - 6pm. 30-hours per week, shifts on a rota basis.

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

Location

Frederick Nattrass Centre
Swale Road
Stockton-on-Tees, North East
TS20 1BY
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