early years Apprenticeship
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Company: Rainbow Friends Childcare
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Location: Barking, IG11 7SQ
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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-2000057026
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Application Deadline Date: 12/12/2026
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Start Date: 13/12/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday- Thursday.
Brief Description
You will support the team in providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and thrive. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will gain hands-on experience in planning activities, supporting children's development, promoting positive behaviour and meeting children's individual needs.
Training to be Provided
- Work alongside experienced Early Years Practitioners who will provide day-to-day guidance, support and coaching
- Learn how to support children's learning, development, care and well-being through practical experience
- Attend training sessions with an apprenticeship training provider
- Complete a recognised Early Years qualification as part of the apprenticeship
- Develop your knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding, child development, health and safety and inclusive practice
- Complete coursework, observations and practical assessments as part of your qualification
- Have regular meetings with your workplace mentor and training provider to review your progress and identify areas for development
Future Prospects
- Early Years Apprentice
- Early Years Practitioner
- Qualified Nursery Practitioner
- Senior Early Years Practitioner / Room Leader
- Early Years Deputy Manager
- Nursery Manager
- Early Years Educator or specialist roles, depending on further qualifications and experience
Vacancy Detail
Key Responsibilities – Early Years Apprentice
- Support the daily care, learning and development of children aged 0–5 years
- Assist in planning and delivering fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
- Help create a safe, happy, welcoming and stimulating environment for all children
- Support children's personal, social, emotional and physical development
- Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes, nappy changing, toileting, sleep times and personal hygiene, as appropriate
- Build positive and nurturing relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
- Encourage positive behaviour, independence, confidence and social skills
- Observe children's play and development and contribute to their learning records
- Support children with individual needs and ensure every child feels included and valued
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, hygiene and nursery policies and procedures
Other Information
- DBS check
- First aid