Nursery Apprentice
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Company: Little Gems Day Nursery (Clanfield)
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Location: Waterlooville, PO8 0RY
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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-2000008205
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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: 40-hours per week - 8-hour shifts between 7.30am and 6.00pm, with shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Are you looking to train in childcare? Friendly, local nursery in Clanfield is looking for a level 2 nursery apprentice to join their team. Work and interact directly with children on a day-to-day basis, supporting the planning of and delivery of activities, assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children.
Training to be Provided
- NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
- Functional Skills English and maths at Level 1 minimum (unless exempt)
- End Point Assessment
- Training completed via work-based visits at the nursery and 4-hour study time provided for coursework
Future Prospects
Once completing your Level 2 Apprenticeship, you may be offered a progression to Level 3 and eventually a permanent position.
Vacancy Detail
- Creating 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 ensuring they are adhered to
- Completing all work to desired timescales as set by showcase trainer
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 NB- If the desired candidate already holds a valid L2 Early Years qualification or sufficient experience, the L3 Diploma is available on an 18-month basis.