Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Level 2- Beeches Park

  • Company: Den Nursery Group
  • Location: Burton On Trent, DE13 0BB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Early Years
  • Ref: VAC-01347
  • Application Deadline Date: 30/09/2025
  • Start Date: 31/10/2025
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday 37.50 Hours per week

Brief Description

Looking for a chance to change young lives and start a career in childcare? At The DEN Nursery Group, we don’t just nurture children — we grow futures. You’ll be learning from experienced, supportive colleagues in a setting that’s full of wonder, laughter, outdoor adventures, and purpose-driven play.

Qualifications Required

No experience is necessary — just your enthusiasm and dedication to building a rewarding early years career.

Personal Qualities

A genuine passion for working with young children
Commitment to our values, including kindness, inclusivity, and protecting every child’s world

Skills Required

A positive attitude and eagerness to learn
Great communication skills and a team mindset

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Future Prospects

Opportunities to progress within The DEN Nursery Group

Vacancy Detail

We’re looking for a bright, enthusiastic Apprentice Nursery Nurse to join our passionate team at Beeches Park Day Nursery and begin an exciting career in early years education.

What You’ll Be Doing:

•Supporting qualified practitioners with daily routines, activities, and care for children aged 0–5

•Learning how to plan and deliver creative, engaging learning experiences

•Building strong relationships with children, parents, and your team

•Helping to create a warm, welcoming, and safe nursery environment


•Studying for your Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Qualification (depending on prior experience)

What You’ll Gain:

•Paid, on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced educators

•A recognised childcare qualification (fully funded)

•Ongoing support from a dedicated training provider

•Opportunities to progress within The DEN Nursery Group

•A caring workplace with wellbeing support, team recognition, and celebration days

Join us at The DEN — where little sparks grow into big futures.

Ready to start your early years adventure? Apply now!

Other Information

Full Enhanced DBS required

Ready to start your adventure?