Level 3 Early Years Educator in a Nursery – Apprentice Nursery Assistant

Company: DIMPLES DAY NURSERY LTD
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Location: Dartford
Job Description:

Introduction

An exciting opportunity to continue your career in childcare with Parenta Training, working in an early years setting. Become an apprentice in one of our fun and friendly nurseries, working with children aged from birth to five years, gaining experience while you learn.

About the Employer

Dimples is a family owned day nursery and preschool near Dartford, providing a home‑from‑home environment where children can flourish and learn. We have achieved consecutive Outstanding Ofsted inspections and are proud to show our wonderful nursery. Our purpose‑built nursery has first‑rate facilities, top‑class equipment and highly professional full‑and part‑time staff. Great attention was placed on safety, security, accessibility, suitability and play space when designing the building.

What You’ll Do

  • Work with children between the ages of 0‑5 years, organising activities, and being proactive with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector.
  • Assist and meet the personal/emotional needs of individual children, changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children.
  • Provide all aspects of care/support to children (under supervision), ensuring they take part in day‑to‑day learning and play activities.
  • Ensure the setting is safe, clean and well‑presented.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of work are carried out in a positive manner.
  • Contribute to a high‑quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
  • Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas.
  • Understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy.
  • Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment.

Training Outcome

When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare. Initially, you will be working towards an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to a level 3 after that.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non‑judgemental
  • Patience

Course Information

  • Course: Early Years Educator (Level 3)
  • Level: 3
  • Route: Education and Early Years
  • Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

  • Working Week: Monday – Friday, varied shifts from 7.30am – 6.00pm with a one‑hour unpaid break.
  • Expected Duration: 1 year 3 months.
  • Number of Positions Available: 7.
  • Training Provider: PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED.

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Posted: July 15th, 2026