Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice at Hassockmoor Childcare, Ilminster

Company: HASSOCKMOOR CHILDCARE & OUT OF SCHOOL CLUB
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Location: Ilminster
Job Description:

Introduction

Are you energetic, caring and love working with young children? You could be just the person we are looking for. We are seeking a new apprentice to join our team to provide support and committed care to our children. You will receive high‑class training in all areas of the nursery to assist you in your apprenticeship.

About the Employer

Hassockmoor Nursery is based in Barrington near Ilminster. We provide flexible, high-quality care and education in a rural location, which allows the children time and space to grow and develop at their own pace. We open from 7:30 AM until 6 PM all year round.

What You’ll Do

  • You will be an integral part of the team and will play a key role in assisting the children to learn and develop.
  • We are very passionate about enabling children to learn through play and engaging their minds in new and exciting ways.
  • Duties include: Setting up and carrying out activities with children
  • Preparing snacks
  • Assisting with personal care
  • Helping with the day-to-day running of the nursery
  • Building relationships with parents/carers
  • Enabling children to learn through different methods
  • This role may be closed early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Training Outcome

Excellent career prospects upon successful completion. We have a great history of working with apprentices within our business. Most have progressed to a higher-level apprenticeship or into a full-time role.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Caring
  • Work to a high standard
  • Reliable
  • Flexible
  • Model appropriate behaviour
  • Willingness to learn

Qualifications

  • Desired – GCSE – English – 4
  • Desired – GCSE – maths – 4

Course Information

  • Course: Early years educator (level 3)
  • Level: 3
  • Route: Education and early years
  • Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

  • Working Week: Monday – Friday, working between our opening times of 7.30am – 6.00pm (Exact shifts TBC)
  • Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
  • Training Provider: SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC

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Posted: July 11th, 2026