Nursery Apprentice
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Company: RAINBOW CORNER NURSERY LTD
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Location: PO5 1PX
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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-2000006686
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Application Deadline Date: 06/04/2026
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Start Date: 07/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday (Shifts to be confirmed).
Brief Description
Are you looking to train in childcare? A Friendly Nursery in Southsea, Portsmouth is looking for a Level 2 Early Years Apprentice to join their team. The successful candidate will work and interact directly with children on a day-to-day basis supporting the planning of and delivery of activities.
Training to be Provided
- NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Functional Skills: maths and English (Unless exempt) - Training completed via work-based visits at the nursery and 4 hours of study time provided for coursework
Future Prospects
Once completing your Level 2 Apprenticeship you may be offered the opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 or a full-time position and further training.
Vacancy Detail
- Creating a warm, friendly, and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally
- Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing, and feeding
- Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them
- Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Being aware of the nurseries policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to
- Completing all work to desired timescales as set by Showcase Tutor
Other Information
Please check that you can travel to this employer on a daily basis before applying. If you have any queries regarding the role, please contact James on 07715 658042. If the candidate already holds a L2 Early Years qualification already or sufficient experience, the L3 Standard is available on an 18-month basis.