Training:
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer
NextStep Training will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in
Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Qualifications required:
Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Desirable
Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
Passionate about learning and developing into a new role – Essential
Skills required:
Great communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Creative thinker
Passionate and reliable
Training:Training is delivered through a flexible combination of in-person sessions at our training centre and online learning with our experienced tutors. Apprentices will use the Laser Learning platform to complete and submit coursework, monitor their progress, and stay engaged throughout their programme. Attendance for monthly lessons is required.Training Outcome:Completing a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship opens the door to a wide range of opportunities in the Early Years sector. With this qualification, individuals become fully qualified practitioners, capable of working independently with children in nurseries, preschools, and reception classes.
As they gain experience, they may progress into more senior roles such as:
Senior Practitioner or Room Leader – overseeing a team within a room, leading planning and observation, and supporting less experienced colleagues
Deputy Nursery Manager – supporting the nursery manager in daily operations, compliance, safeguarding, and staff development
Nursery Manager – leading the entire nursery setting, ensuring high standards of care and education, team performance, and regulatory compliance
To support continued growth, NextStep Training offers the following advanced qualifications within Early Years:
Level 4 Early Years Advanced Practitioner - ideal for those who want to specialise in areas such as SEND, safeguarding, or early language development
This course enhances practice and supports progression into leadership
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner -Designed for experienced practitioners ready to take on leadership roles within their settings
It focuses on leading day-to-day practice, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategy and curriculum development
Both qualifications can be delivered flexibly, either online or in-person, and include dedicated support from our experienced tutors and safeguarding officers
Further progression can include:
Moving into school-based roles such as Teaching Assistant or SEND Support
Becoming a Trainer, Assessor, or Mentor for apprenticesPursuing a Foundation Degree or BA in Early Childhood Studies, leading towards Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Our structured training and support ensure that every apprentice has a clear and achievable pathway to long-term success in the Early Years sector
Employer Description:Next Step Training Ltd is an apprenticeship and skills training provider, funded by the Department for Education, delivering apprenticeships in London and across England. We have been in operation since 2012 and during this time have built an established reputation as a reliable and employer-led training provider. We work together with employers and individual learners to design and deliver training programmes that meets both learners and their employers’ needs. Our goal of is to empower as many individuals as possible to reach their full potential, helping them on their journey to find meaningful career that is rewarding. We help to empower businesses with industry-expert staff so they can provide the very best learning experience to their workforce to perform better.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 6:30am - 6:00pm.
No weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer.
NextStep Training will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.Training:You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency
Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Qualifications required:
Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Desirable
Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential
Passionate about learning and developing into a new role
Skills required:
Great communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Creative thinker
Passionate and reliable
Training is delivered through a flexible combination of in-person sessions at our training centre and online learning with our experienced tutors.
Apprentices will use the Laser Learning platform to complete and submit coursework, monitor their progress, and stay engaged throughout their programme. Attendance for monthly lessons is required.Training Outcome:Completing a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship opens the door to a wide range of opportunities in the Early Years sector. With this qualification, individuals become fully qualified practitioners, capable of working independently with children in nurseries, preschools, and reception classes.
As they gain experience, they may progress into more senior roles such as:
Senior Practitioner or Room Leader - overseeing a team within a room, leading planning and observation, and supporting less experienced colleagues
Deputy Nursery Manager - supporting the nursery manager in daily operations, compliance, safeguarding, and staff development
Nursery Manager - leading the entire nursery setting, ensuring high standards of care and education, team performance, and regulatory compliance
To support continued growth, NextStep Training offers the following advanced qualifications within Early Years:
Level 4 Early Years Advanced Practitioner:
Ideal for those who want to specialise in areas such as SEND, safeguarding, or early language development. This course enhances practice and supports progression into leadership
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner:
Designed for experienced practitioners ready to take on leadership roles within their settings. It focuses on leading day-to-day practice, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategy and curriculum development
Both qualifications can be delivered flexibly, either online or in-person, and include dedicated support from our experienced tutors and safeguarding officers
Further progression can include:
Moving into school-based roles such as Teaching Assistant or SEND Support
Becoming a Trainer, Assessor, or Mentor for apprentices
Pursuing a Foundation Degree or BA in Early Childhood Studies, leading towards Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Our structured training and support ensure that every apprentice has a clear and achievable pathway to long-term success in the Early Years sector
Employer Description:Next Step Training Ltd is an apprenticeship and skills training provider, funded by the Department for Education, delivering apprenticeships in London and across England. We have been in operation since 2012 and during this time have built an established reputation as a reliable and employer-led training provider. We work together with employers and individual learners to design and deliver training programmes that meets both learners and their employers’ needs. Our goal of is to empower as many individuals as possible to reach their full potential, helping them on their journey to find meaningful career that is rewarding. We help to empower businesses with industry-expert staff so they can provide the very best learning experience to their workforce to perform better.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 6:30am - 6:00pm
No weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer, but may include drawing up teaching plans that match childrens' needs, working with childrens' parents to develop key skills, and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures within an early years setting.
NextStep Training will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.Training:You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and BehavioursLevel 3 Diploma for the Early Years EducatorLevel 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in EmergencyPaediatric First AidLevel 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)Qualifications required:
Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - DesirableFluent in written and spoken English - EssentialPassionate about learning and developing into a new roleSkills required:
Great communication skillsExcellent organisational skillsAbility to work as part of a teamCreative thinkerPassionate and reliableTraining is delivered through a flexible combination of in-person sessions at our training centre and online learning with our experienced tutors.
Apprentices will use the Laser Learning platform to complete and submit coursework, monitor their progress, and stay engaged throughout their programme. Attendance for monthly lessons is required.Training Outcome:Completing a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship opens the door to a wide range of opportunities in the Early Years sector. With this qualification, individuals become fully qualified practitioners, capable of working independently with children in nurseries, preschools, and reception classes.
As they gain experience, they may progress into more senior roles such as:
Senior Practitioner or Room Leader - overseeing a team within a room, leading planning and observation, and supporting less experienced colleaguesDeputy Nursery Manager - supporting the nursery manager in daily operations, compliance, safeguarding, and staff developmentNursery Manager - leading the entire nursery setting, ensuring high standards of care and education, team performance, and regulatory complianceTo support continued growth, NextStep Training offers the following advanced qualifications within Early Years:
Level 4 Early Years Advanced Practitioner:
Ideal for those who want to specialise in areas such as SEND, safeguarding, or early language development. This course enhances practice and supports progression into leadershipLevel 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner:
Designed for experienced practitioners ready to take on leadership roles within their settings. It focuses on leading day-to-day practice, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategy and curriculum developmentBoth qualifications can be delivered flexibly, either online or in-person, and include dedicated support from our experienced tutors and safeguarding officersFurther progression can include:
Moving into school-based roles such as Teaching Assistant or SEND SupportBecoming a Trainer, Assessor, or Mentor for apprenticesPursuing a Foundation Degree or BA in Early Childhood Studies, leading towards Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Our structured training and support ensure that every apprentice has a clear and achievable pathway to long-term success in the Early Years sector.Employer Description:Next Step Training Ltd is an apprenticeship and skills training provider, funded by the Department for Education, delivering apprenticeships in London and across England. We have been in operation since 2012 and during this time have built an established reputation as a reliable and employer-led training provider. We work together with employers and individual learners to design and deliver training programmes that meets both learners and their employers’ needs. Our goal of is to empower as many individuals as possible to reach their full potential, helping them on their journey to find meaningful career that is rewarding. We help to empower businesses with industry-expert staff so they can provide the very best learning experience to their workforce to perform better.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 6:30am - 6:00pm
No weekends.Skills: Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
Responsible for providing the best possible standards of care and education, as well as ensuring the environment is safe and secure, where the children are valued as individuals through a loving and child-centred approach. They must ensure the children have access to play opportunities throughout their time at the setting; providing activities which are stimulating and fun. They will be responsible for following policies and procedures and refer any matters to senior members of staff. They will be responsible for a key group of children, they will form strong relationships with the parents and communicate to them about their child’s development.
Responsibilities:
To assist in providing a safe, supportive and caring environment for children in the care of Greenside Care Club; to ensure that all aspects of each individual child’s development are given full consideration.
To provide a broad and balanced Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
To observe, record and monitor children’s development
To be proactive in the process of planning and developing children’s play, by organising, supporting and taking part in play activities
To act as a positive role model for children.
To ensure that communication with children, parents and the staff team is polite and courteous at all times.
To liaise and provide professional advice to parents and other professionals that are involved with the child.
To assist in offering support to parents and families where necessary.
To develop a thorough knowledge of all of the settings operational policies and procedures; ensuring that they are followed and respected at all times.
To maintain confidentiality procedures about all issues related to children and their families, your own and other staff members issues and any other management or operational issues.
To maintain and follow all Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times including reading and following risk assessments.
To ensure that accident and medication forms are completed and reported to supervisor/manager when required.
To ensure any incidents are reported to supervisor/manager
To understand and respect the need for consistency of care for the children – report for duty on time, maintain regular attendance, give appropriate notice of holiday requests and report nonattendance through sickness promptly and appropriately.
To follow all routines, duties, timetables, rotas, record keeping activities and any other reasonable duty as requested by your manager or deputy manager.
To ensure that clean and hygienic standards are maintained at all times. This includes daily cleaning rotas and other nursery/housekeeping duties.
To take responsibility for continued professional development by attending courses (in-house and external), staff meetings/training, receiving constructive feedback and reading relevant material.
Training:You will work towards a Level 3 Early years educator apprenticeship qualification. Functional Skills in maths and English, if requiredPaediatric first aid qualification.
You will be mainly work based, ie the assessor will visit you in the workplace, however you will visit college 1 x day per month.You will have 6 hours off the job training to complete each week.Training Outcome:TBC.Employer Description:Greenside Care Club is a parent committee organisation situated on the site of Greenside Primary school, Pudsey providing childcare for children ages 3-11 years. We provide early education for children ages 3-4 years, before and after school care for children ages 3-11 years and holiday play scheme care for children ages 3-11 years.Working Hours :Working Days and times: Monday to Wednesday, 7.30am - 6.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Physical fitness,Honest and reliable,Patient and empathetic,Enthusiastic and committed....Read more...
Training:
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer
NextStep Training will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day
Qualifications required:
Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Desirable
Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
Passionate about learning and developing into a new role – Essential
Skills required:
Great communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Creative thinker
Passionate and reliable
Training:Training is delivered through a flexible combination of in-person sessions at our training centre and online learning with our experienced tutors.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency
Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Apprentices will use the Laser Learning platform to complete and submit coursework, monitor their progress, and stay engaged throughout their programme
Attendance for monthly lessons is required
Training Outcome:Completing the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship marks a significant step forward in a professional early years career. This qualification is designed for experienced practitioners who are ready to take on more senior leadership responsibilities within early years settings.
With this advanced qualification, individuals are equipped to:
Lead day-to-day practice across a setting or team
Mentor and support junior staff and apprentices
Drive improvements in pedagogy, curriculum planning, and safeguarding
Influence policies and strategies that enhance child development and wellbeing
Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of care and education
Career progression opportunities after completing the Level 5 include:
Room Leader or Senior Practitioner
Deputy Manager or Nursery Manager
Early Years Coordinator or Curriculum Lead
SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)
Early Years Quality Improvement Officer
For those looking to continue their professional development, the Level 5 qualification can also serve as a stepping stone towards:
A Foundation Degree in Early Years or Education
A BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Assessor, Trainer, or Tutor roles in early years education
This pathway supports individuals in becoming confident, reflective, and influential leaders in early years education - capable of shaping high-quality learning environments and driving positive outcomes for children
Employer Description:Next Step Training Ltd is an apprenticeship and skills training provider, funded by the Department for Education, delivering apprenticeships in London and across England. We have been in operation since 2012 and during this time have built an established reputation as a reliable and employer-led training provider. We work together with employers and individual learners to design and deliver training programmes that meets both learners and their employers’ needs. Our goal of is to empower as many individuals as possible to reach their full potential, helping them on their journey to find meaningful career that is rewarding. We help to empower businesses with industry-expert staff so they can provide the very best learning experience to their workforce to perform better.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 6:30am - 6:00pm.
No weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Training:
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer
NextStep Training will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role
Your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day
Qualifications required:
Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Desirable
Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
Passionate about learning and developing into a new role – Essential
Skills required:
Great communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Creative thinker
Passionate and reliable
Training:
Training is delivered through a flexible combination of in-person sessions at our training centre and online learning with our experienced tutors
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency
Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Apprentices will use the Laser Learning platform to complete and submit coursework, monitor their progress, and stay engaged throughout their programme
Attendance for monthly lessons is required
Training Outcome:
Completing the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship marks a significant step forward in a professional early years career
This qualification is designed for experienced practitioners who are ready to take on more senior leadership responsibilities within early years settings
With this advanced qualification, individuals are equipped to:
Lead day-to-day practice across a setting or team
Mentor and support junior staff and apprentices
Drive improvements in pedagogy, curriculum planning, and safeguarding
Influence policies and strategies that enhance child development and wellbeing
Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of care and education
Career progression opportunities after completing the Level 5 include:
Room Leader or Senior Practitioner
Deputy Manager or Nursery Manager
Early Years Coordinator or Curriculum Lead
SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)
Early Years Quality Improvement Officer
For those looking to continue their professional development, the Level 5 qualification can also serve as a stepping stone towards:
A Foundation Degree in Early Years or Education A BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Assessor, Trainer, or Tutor roles in early years education
This pathway supports individuals in becoming confident, reflective, and influential leaders in early years education - capable of shaping high-quality learning environments and driving positive outcomes for children.Employer Description:Next Step Training Ltd is an apprenticeship and skills training provider, funded by the Department for Education, delivering apprenticeships in London and across England. We have been in operation since 2012 and during this time have built an established reputation as a reliable and employer-led training provider. We work together with employers and individual learners to design and deliver training programmes that meets both learners and their employers’ needs. Our goal of is to empower as many individuals as possible to reach their full potential, helping them on their journey to find meaningful career that is rewarding. We help to empower businesses with industry-expert staff so they can provide the very best learning experience to their workforce to perform better.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 6:30am - 6:00pm.
No weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
