Childcare Apprenticeship

  • Company: Puddle Ducks Nurseries
  • Location: Etchingham, TN19 7PL
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £12,480.00 per year
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000047180
  • Application Deadline Date: 28/08/2026
  • Start Date: 07/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00 (usually 3 days per week).

Brief Description

We are looking to develop our future superstars for our growing nursery, with the opportunity to work with and learn from our experienced team, with a focus working with the youngest age group, babies from 9 to 23 months old.

Training to be Provided


  • The apprenticeship will take place on site at our nursery, with some external sessions or training required

Future Prospects


  • Our apprenticeship program is all about creating our future superstars

  • We'll work with you on your own personal development plan, thinking beyond your apprenticeship and more on your long-term ambitions 

Vacancy Detail


  • Assist in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children

  • Organise activities, both inside and outside the nursery, which encourage creativity development, co-ordination, independence, self-expression and learning through play

  • Engage with children in play-based learning activities to promote their social, emotional, and cognitive development

  • Assist with daily routines such as mealtimes, nap times and outdoor play

  • Collaborate with colleagues and parents to provide the best possible care and support for each child

  • Complete the required training and development to build your skills and obtain your qualification

Other Information

We’ll arrange a first aid training course and DBS check for you.

Ready to start your adventure?