Early Years Practitioner (Level 2) or Educator (Level 3) Apprentice
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Company: FORMBY DAY NURSERY LTD
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Location: LIVERPOOL, L37 8BG
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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-2000056894
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Application Deadline Date: 24/10/2026
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Start Date: 02/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 9.00am - 4.30pm, 4 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday).
Brief Description
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our Formby Day Nursery family as an early year’s apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands on experience working with young children while completing your recognised childcare qualification.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship our primary goal is to transition you into a permanent position as a fully qualified Early Years Practitioner/Educator within our nursery.
Vacancy Detail
You will work as part of the nursery team to provide a safe, caring, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can achieve, belong and thrive.
You will work alongside experienced practitioners while completing the Early Years apprenticeship qualification. You will develop knowledge, skills and confidence in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the nursery’s curriculum and ethos.
The apprentice is expected to demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning, professional development and working as part of a team and exhibit/develop the following.
- Genuine interest in working with children aged 0–5 years.
- Positive and caring attitude.
- Willingness to learn and develop.
- Good communication skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Patient, approachable and respectful.
- Commitment to safeguarding children.
- Willingness to complete the required apprenticeship training and qualification.
Essential
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff and nursery information.
- Follow all nursery policies and procedures.
- Maintain professional standards of behaviour and conduct.
- Dress appropriately and professionally for working with young children.
- Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
- Notify the nursery as soon as possible if they are unable to attend work.
- Maintain a positive attitude towards learning and development.
- Take responsibility for their own actions and professional conduct.
- Carry out other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and level of experience.
Other Information
Before applying, please consider whether you:
- Have a genuine passion for working with young children
- Are reliable, punctual and committed to your working hours
- Are happy working as part of a busy and supportive team
- Are willing to learn, take feedback and complete your apprenticeship qualification
- Understand that working in Early Years can be physically and emotionally demanding
- Are comfortable supporting children with personal care, including toileting and nappy changing
- Are committed to safeguarding children’s safety and wellbeing
- Are prepared to take part in training, meetings and ongoing professional development
- Can demonstrate a positive, caring and professional attitude at all times
- Are looking for a rewarding career working with children and families