Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice Location: W12 8EU - Ladybird Day Nursery Hours: 3040 hours per week Salary: National Apprenticeship Wage Start your childcare career in Kirkstall with a paid apprenticeship and a recognised Level 3 qualification. We are looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join a nursery team in the LS5 area. This is a full-time apprenticeship where you will work in a nursery setting while completing your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification through supported training. This opportunity offers practical experience, structured learning, and a clear route into permanent employment. The Role You will support the nursery team in delivering high-quality care and education for young children. Responsibilities include: Assisting with play-based learning activities Supporting childrens social and emotional development Helping with daily routines including meals and outdoor activities Maintaining a safe, clean and engaging environment Learning how to observe and assess childrens progress Working alongside experienced Early Years practitioners You will gradually build confidence and responsibility as your skills develop. Who This Role Would Suit School or college leavers Individuals looking to retrain Those with childcare experience but no formal qualification Anyone seeking a long-term, stable career No previous qualification is required. What matters most is a positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine interest in working with children. What You Will Receive A nationally recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification Paid, full-time employment Structured online learning with tutor support Ongoing guidance from an experienced nursery mentor Paid annual leave Clear progression opportunities within the childcare sector Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts Many apprentices progress into permanent roles and continue developing into senior practitioner or room leader positions. If you are ready to begin a rewarding career in childcare in Kirkstall, apply today to find out more. Legal Disclaimer This job advertisement, together with all text, imagery, structure, and associated materials (collectively, the Content), constitutes proprietary and confidential intellectual property belonging exclusively to Swift. The Content is provided solely for internal use by authorised Swift employees for legitimate recruitment purposes. Unauthorised copying, reproduction, modification, distribution, publication, or reuse of the Contentwhether in whole or in partby any external recruitment agencies, job boards, websites, organisations, or individuals is expressly prohibited. No rights, licences, or permissions are granted or implied without the prior written consent of Swift. Any unauthorised use, dissemination, or creation of derivative or unapproved versions of this advertisement may constitute a breach of copyright, intellectual property laws, and/or contractual rights. Swift reserves the unequivocal right to initiate and pursue legal proceedings, without further notice, against any party found to be misusing or unlawfully exploiting the Content.