Early Years Level 2 Apprenticeship - Astwood Smiles Nursery
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Company SMILES CHILDCARE LTD
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Provider ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
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Location B96 6DS
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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-2000064149
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Application Deadline Date 14/12/2026
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Start Date 21/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week Monday - Friday, hours to be determined.
Brief Description
Looking for a career in early years? Astwood Smiles Nursery are looking for an apprentice to join their experienced team. Based in Redditch, the nursery has created a home-from-home environment to help ease the transition from home to nursery. This position is open to unqualified and Level 2 qualified applicants.
Training to be Provided
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Diploma
- Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
- End-Point Assessment (EPA)
- On the job training
Future Prospects
Progression to a higher level qualification or full-time employment may be available after completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
As an apprentice, you will be a key member of the nursery team. Your duties and activities may include:
- Planning and delivering fun and educational activities with the children
- Play alongside and with children to support their play
- Contribute to children’s records through observation
- Assist with the supervision of children at rest times and at mealtimes
- Contribute in creating a safe, happy environment for the children
- Ensure the play area is clean and tidy at all times
- Working alongside/with outside agencies in supporting the children
Qualities
- Friendly and approachable
- Patient, and caring
- The ability to interact positively with children and adults
- Flexible and willing to carry out a number of different activities within the job role
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Motivated
- Good time keeping
This position would suit a candidate with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is able to work on their own initiative and is prepared to commit to the work required for an apprenticeship.
Other Information
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