Childcare Apprenticeship - Welwyn Garden City
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Company: Little Tulips Day Nursery (Kiddie Cove Nurseries Ltd)
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Location: AL7 3TP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000042625
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Application Deadline Date: 18/08/2026
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Start Date: 25/08/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday- Friday Shifts Ranging Between (7:30am- 6:30pm)
Brief Description
Little Tulips Day Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2 or 3 dependent on prior experience/qualifications.
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 L2 Apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
- There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a career where every day is rewarding, exciting, and full of opportunities to learn? At Little Tulips Day Nursery, we are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated apprentice to join our friendly team.
Please note, the wage varies between £8-10.85 per hour dependent on age/experience.
Day-Day Responsibilities:
- Support the daily care, supervision and learning of children in accordance with the EYFS
- Assist in planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote children's learning and development
- Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Help maintain a clean, safe and stimulating learning environment.
- Support children's personal care, including nappy changing, toileting, hand washing and mealtimes, whilst promoting independence
- Observe children's learning and contribute to learning journals and developmental records under the guidance of senior staff
- Follow all nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection
- Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Support children with individual needs, ensuring every child feels valued and included
- Assist with preparing activities, resources and learning environments both indoors and outdoors
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions and apprenticeship workshops
- Complete all apprenticeship coursework and assignments within required timescales
- Demonstrate a professional attitude, excellent punctuality and a willingness to learn
Other Information
- The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early