Childcare Apprenticeship - Sandon

  • Company: MUMBLES DAY NURSERY LTD
  • Location: Stafford, ST18 0DJ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £16,640.00 per year
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000042111
  • Application Deadline Date: 07/09/2026
  • Start Date: 14/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: x4 Days Per Week (Between 07:30- 18:00). Days to be confirmed.

Brief Description

Mumbles Nursery are looking for 2/3 new Nursery Assistant Apprentices; you will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner Level 2/ level 3 Early Educator depending on experience. 

Training to be Provided

At Shaping Lives, we are dedicated to one mission: helping nurseries like yours nurture future generations through high-quality early childhood education. As a trusted training provider, we specialise in developing skilled, passionate educators who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children aged 0-5. Whether you're looking to enhance your current team's skills or recruit new talent, we’re with you every step of the way. Upon completion of this 12-month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2 Apprenticeship. 

Future Prospects


  • There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship 

Vacancy Detail

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team and to work closely with the Nursery Manager and a professional team. The nurseries have an excellent reputation, and we want to maintain the excellent standards that the nurseries have already been accredited for. 


Role and Responsibilities:


As an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice, you will:



  • Assist in planning and implementing a range of activities that support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework

  • Provide a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for the children

  • Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development

  • Engage with children through play, storytelling, and creative activities

  • Help maintain accurate records of children’s progress and share with parents and caregivers

  • Work closely with other team members to ensure the smooth running of the nursery/preschool

  • Attend training sessions and complete and achieve the Level 2 qualification

Other Information

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

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