Early Years Apprenticeship
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Company: CATERPILLAR DAY NURSERY LTD
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Location: LE16 9HF
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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-2000053908
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Application Deadline Date: 16/10/2026
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Start Date: 26/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: This role is based within the 2.5 to 3.5-year-old age group and is a full-time position (40 hours per week). Exact working days and hours TBC.
Brief Description
Join Caterpillar Day Nursery as a Full-Time Early Years Apprentice. Gain valuable experience supporting children's learning and development while working towards a recognised qualification in a nurturing and supportive nursery environment.
Training to be Provided
Training will be provided through Best Practice Network and delivered primarily in the workplace. Apprentices will receive regular support from a dedicated trainer, including online learning, reviews and workplace visits. Off-the-job training will be completed during paid working hours, with training and assessments taking place throughout the apprenticeship programme.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress into a qualified Early Years Educator role within the nursery. Further development opportunities may include senior practitioner positions, room leadership responsibilities, or additional specialist training within the early years sector.
Vacancy Detail
- Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing through play-based activities
- Assist with planning and delivering engaging age-appropriate activities
- Help create a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment
- Support children with daily routines, including mealtimes and personal care
- Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Observe and record children’s progress with guidance from experienced staff
- Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times
- Assist with indoor and outdoor learning experiences
- Develop knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
- Work towards a recognised Early Years qualification while training on the job
Other Information
The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references. Applicants should be reliable, enthusiastic and committed to working with young children in a busy nursery environment. As this role involves supporting children's care and development, the successful candidate must be willing to follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.