Vacancy Details

Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3


Employer: Kids-Joy Nursery
Location: CR0 3EX
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £8 per hour for the first 12 months and minimum wage thereafter.

About the Role

Role: Early Years Apprentice 
Location: Croydon (CR0 3EX)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, shifts between 7:30am – 6:30pm

Kids-Joy Nursery is a family-owned setting run by a mother and daughter team. They provide high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Their ethos is centred around creating a joyful, safe, and nurturing environment, where children can:

  • Feel secure and happy
  • Learn through engaging and stimulating experiences
  • Develop confidently as individuals

The setting focuses on supporting each child to reach their full potential within a positive and educational environment.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting children’s learning and development in line with EYFS
  • Assisting with planned activities based on children’s interests
  • Helping to create a safe, engaging and inclusive environment
  • Supporting mealtimes, play, and daily routines
  • Building positive relationships with children and families

What We’re Looking For

  • Genuine interest in working with young children
  • Positive, caring and reliable attitude
  • Willingness to learn and develop in an early years setting
  • Good communication skills

Safeguarding Statement 

This authority/organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. ANY JOB OFFER IS SUBJECT TO suitable DBS and References.

Right to Work & Residency Requirements

Applicants who are not UK nationals must meet apprenticeship funding eligibility rules, including having lived in the UK or EU for at least 3 consecutive years prior to the start date. You must hold a valid visa that does not expire within 18 months of your apprenticeship start date.

We will require a share code to verify your right to work and study in the UK. After submitting your application, you will receive a screening form where you can securely provide your share code for eligibility checks.