Childcare Apprentice
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Company: APPLE DAY CARE LTD
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Location: Hertfordshire, AL8 7TT
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000037027
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Application Deadline Date: 24/07/2026
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Start Date: 03/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Minimum of 30 hours per week working a range of hours on the following days/times: Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 6:30pm.
Brief Description
The apprentice will be expected to work alongside a team of qualified and unqualified staff to support the daily running of the nursery routine and provide a safe, nurturing environment for the children. Duties include: changing nappies, cleaning the food room and making sure the cleanliness of the setting is kept on top of.
Training to be Provided
Working towards completing Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard. This will include Functional Skills in English and maths if required.
Workbased learning with adhoc sessions at Hertford Regional College or online.
Future Prospects
- There will be opportunities for progression and a potential permanent position subject to performance
- Progression to a level 3 qualification
Vacancy Detail
The apprentice will work both inside and outside the nursery and carry out basic cleaning duties linked with the children alongside the rest of the team.
Changing nappies, cleaning the food room and making sure the cleanliness of the setting is kept on top of.
The apprentice will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of the EYFS statutory framework and how it’s used throughout the nursery to support child development, planning, observing and interacting throughout a range of activities.