Early Years Apprentice - Level 3
MY LITTLE BOARDROOM LTD
Wokingham (RG40 1LY)
Closes in 11 days (Monday 30 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 18 March 2026
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Summary
Early Years Apprentice (Level 3).
My Little Boardroom is looking for a part-time Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to join our team in Wokingham. This is a fully funded Level 3 apprenticeship, giving the right candidate the opportunity to earn while they learn and gain hands-on experience in an early years setting.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
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We offer a starting rate of £10–£13 per hour
- Training course
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Hours
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Flexible part-time hours. Minimum 16 hour contract.
Monday to Friday between 9am to 5pm.
16 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 31 March 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
1. Supporting Children’s Learning & Development
- Assist in planning and delivering age-appropriate activities (play, creative tasks, storytelling, outdoor learning)
- Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
- Encourage communication, language, and confidence through play
2. Working Alongside Qualified Practitioners
- Observe experienced staff and learn best practices
- Help implement the EYFS framework in daily activities
- Gradually take on more responsibility as skills develop
3. Childcare & Supervision
- Ensure children are safe, happy, and engaged at all times
- Supervise playtime (indoor and outdoor)
- Support children with routines such as toileting, handwashing, and transitions
4. Supporting Daily Routines
- Help with snacks and mealtimes
- Assist with nap/rest routines
- Prepare and tidy activity areas
5. Observations & Record Keeping
- Learn how to observe children’s development
- Contribute to learning journals and progress records
- Share feedback with senior staff
6. Safeguarding & Health & Safety
- Follow safeguarding policies and procedures
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment
- Report any concerns to senior staff
7. Parent & Team Interaction
- Greet parents and support handovers at drop-off/pick-up
- Communicate effectively with colleagues
- Build positive relationships with children and families
8. Training & Study (Apprenticeship Element)
- Attend training sessions (online or in person)
- Complete coursework and assignments
- Work towards achieving the Level 3 qualification
Where you'll work
12A Peach Place
Wokingham
RG40 1LY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Training course
Early years educator (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Recognise when a child or a colleague is in danger or at risk of abuse and act to protect them in line with safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Apply legislation, policy and procedure to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of children in the setting (for example, food safety, diets, starting solid food, allergies, COSHH, and accidents, injuries, and emergencies).
- Apply the principles of risk assessment and risk management within documentation and practice.
- Teach children to develop skills to manage risk and maintain their own and others safety.
- Use a range of communication methods, including technology, with other professionals to meet the individual needs of the child.
- Develop and maintain effective professional, collaborative relationships with others involved in the education and care of the child.
- Undertake the role and responsibilities of key person.
- Recognise and apply theories of attachment to develop effective relationships with children.
- Provide sensitive and respectful personal care for children from birth to 5 years.
- Advocate for all children’s needs, including children which require SEND or EAL support.
- Promote and facilitate children’s interpersonal communication to develop their social interactions and relationships.
- Support children to develop a positive sense of their own identity and culture.
- Support children to understand and respond to their emotions and make considered choices about their behaviours.
- Assess the responsiveness of the environment for effective child-centred experiences in line with curriculum requirements.
- Create inclusive, child-centred, dynamic, innovative, and evolving physical environments both indoors and outdoors.
- Create inclusive and supportive emotional environment that enables the child to feel safe, secure, respected and experience a sense of wellbeing; maintaining and prioritising the individual child’s voice.
- Apply strategies that support children’s ability to manage change, transition, and significant events.
- Analyse observation evidence to assess and plan holistic individual learning based on a comprehensive understanding of the child’s needs and interests.
- Facilitate and support child-centred opportunities and experiences based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Provide adult led opportunities and experience based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Use reflection to develop themselves both professionally and personally.
- Recognise when a child or a colleague is in danger or at risk of abuse and act to protect them in line with safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Apply legislation, policy and procedure to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of children in the setting (for example, food safety, diets, starting solid food, allergies, COSHH, and accidents, injuries, and emergencies).
- Apply the principles of risk assessment and risk management within documentation and practice.
- Teach children to develop skills to manage risk and maintain their own and others safety.
- Use a range of communication methods, including technology, with other professionals to meet the individual needs of the child.
- Develop and maintain effective professional, collaborative relationships with others involved in the education and care of the child.
- Undertake the role and responsibilities of key person.
- Recognise and apply theories of attachment to develop effective relationships with children.
- Provide sensitive and respectful personal care for children from birth to 5 years.
- Advocate for all children’s needs, including children which require SEND or EAL support.
- Promote and facilitate children’s interpersonal communication to develop their social interactions and relationships.
- Support children to develop a positive sense of their own identity and culture.
- Support children to understand and respond to their emotions and make considered choices about their behaviours.
- Assess the responsiveness of the environment for effective child-centred experiences in line with curriculum requirements.
- Create inclusive, child-centred, dynamic, innovative, and evolving physical environments both indoors and outdoors.
- Create inclusive and supportive emotional environment that enables the child to feel safe, secure, respected and experience a sense of wellbeing; maintaining and prioritising the individual child’s voice.
- Apply strategies that support children’s ability to manage change, transition, and significant events.
- Analyse observation evidence to assess and plan holistic individual learning based on a comprehensive understanding of the child’s needs and interests.
- Facilitate and support child-centred opportunities and experiences based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Provide adult led opportunities and experience based on the setting's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Use reflection to develop themselves both professionally and personally.
Training schedule
Requirements
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
- Must have the right to work in the UK
- A satisfactory enhanced DBS check will be required prior to starting
- Willingness to complete all apprenticeship training, coursework, and assessments
- Commitment to working towards and achieving a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification
- Ability to travel to our Wokingham setting
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are preferred; support may be provided if required
- A genuine interest in working with children and building a career in early years
- Must be able to commit to the part-time working hours agreed
About this employer
My Little Boardroom Ltd is an innovative, family-focused business based in Wokingham, designed to support working parents by combining professional co-working space with high-quality childcare.
We provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging early years environment where children can learn, play, and develop, while parents have the flexibility to work nearby. Our approach is centred around creating a supportive community that benefits both children and families.
We are committed to delivering high standards of care and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), while also offering a unique and flexible solution for modern family life.
As a growing business, we are passionate about developing our team. We provide hands-on experience, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities for individuals looking to build a long-term career in early years.
https://mylittleboardroom.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Pay will be reviewed regularly with opportunities for increases based on development and progression. We also offer unique benefits for parents, such as the opportunity to bring a nursery-age child with you free of charge while you work.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
On successful completion of the Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship, there are strong opportunities to progress within the early years sector, including:
- Permanent Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 qualified) within the setting
- Room Leader / Senior Practitioner with additional experience and responsibility
- Deputy Manager or Nursery Manager in the longer term
- Opportunity to specialise in areas such as SEN support, safeguarding, or early years leadership
- Progression onto further qualifications, such as Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner or other childcare/education pathways
At My Little Boardroom, we are committed to developing our team, with the potential for ongoing employment and career growth for the right candidate.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
MY LITTLE BOARDROOM LTD
Heather Sandberg
heather@mylittleboardroom.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000021869.
Apply now
Closes in 11 days (Monday 30 March 2026 at 11:59pm)