Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship in London at Best Practice Network

Salary£16,640 / year
Work typeIn person
LocationLondon
Job typeApprenticeship Jobs
Closes1 Dec 2026
LevelAdvanced
Starts2 Dec 2026
Hours40 a week
Duration1 Year 6 Months

Job description

Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain playworker qualification while getting experience. You’ll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents.

What you will do at work

  • Support children at different stages of development and abilities, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
  • Help create a calm, stimulating and prepared learning environment inspired by the Montessori approach.
  • Encourage children’s independence through hands-on activities and exploration.
  • Support daily routines including meal times, outdoor play, and personal care.
  • Observe and support children’s individual development and learning journeys.
  • Work closely with experienced staff who will mentor and guide you throughout your apprenticeship.

Training

What You’ll Gain:

  • A Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
  • Valuable hands-on experience in a Montessori nursery environment.
  • Support and mentoring from experienced early years professionals.
  • Online learning delivered by Best Practice Network.
  • The opportunity to build a long-term career in early years education, with potential for a permanent role.

Requirements and skills

Skills

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

About this employer

The Best Practice Network is a leading UK-based training and professional development provider for educators, early years practitioners, and school leaders

After this apprenticeship

Potential to progress to full-time or Level 5.

Things to consider

DBS.

Employer

Best Practice Network

Listed via Find an Apprenticeship

Training provider

Training provider
Best Practice Network
Training course
Early years educator (level 3)
Working pattern
Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm.

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

Location

Greenwich
London
SE3 0DL