Education
Level 3 Early Years Apprentice
PLAYDAYS DAY NURSERY & NURSERY SCHOOL LTD · SWIFT ACI
Location
58
Postcode
SW19 8LR
Salary
£12,480 a year
Duration
1 Year 2 Months
Hours per week
30h
Positions available
3
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Qualification
Early years educator (level 3)
Start date
20 October 2026
Application deadline
6 October 2026
Posted
26 November 2025
Vacancy reference
2000002542
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 - 5. You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years. Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months. This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment and punctuality for you to be successful.
Requirements
Dedication, commitment and punctuality required
Working week
Monday - Friday. Exact shifts to be confirmed.
Skills
Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsNumber skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4/C or Functional Skills 2
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4/C or Functional Skills 2
Training & development
- Early Years Educator Level 3
- Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
- As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience
- You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff
Future prospects
Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:
- Room Leader positions
- Possible management training
- Springboard into Primary Education
- Paediatric nursing
- Continuous development in the current nursery setting
About PLAYDAYS DAY NURSERY & NURSERY SCHOOL LTD
Playdays Nursery have a few sites across london based in W14, W4 and SW19. They aim to help each child reach the highest degree of independence and confidence through traditional teaching methods. The nurseries are open 51 weeks a year throughout the week from 8am to 6pm.
Website
www.playdaysnurseries.co.uk/