Childcare Apprenticeship - Birmingham

  • Company: Hummingbirds Day Care
  • Location: England, B19 3JG
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000053691
  • Application Deadline Date: 20/10/2026
  • Start Date: 27/10/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday- Friday (Shifts Range between 8am- 6:30pm)

Brief Description

Hummingbirds Daycare are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2 / L3 dependent on prior experience and 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

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Apprentice Early Years Educator to join our friendly early years team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to build a rewarding career working with children and develop their knowledge, skills and experience within a nursery or early years setting.


As an Apprentice Early Years Educator, you will work alongside experienced practitioners to support the learning, development, care and wellbeing of children.


Key Responsibilities



  • Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage children's learning and development

  • Provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children

  • Support children's development through play, exploration and everyday learning opportunities

  • Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues

  • Observe and support children's individual learning and development needs

  • Assist with planning and documenting children's learning and progress

  • Support children's personal care, including mealtimes, toileting and hygiene where appropriate

  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing procedures at all times

  • Support the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework

  • Work as part of a team to provide high-quality care and education

  • Take part in training, development activities and your apprenticeship learning

  • Develop your knowledge and understanding of child development and effective early years practice

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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