Level 2 Early Years Apprenticeship

  • Company: MERRY POPPETS NURSERY LTD
  • Location: Westoning, SG16 6HE
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000016463
  • Application Deadline Date: 05/04/2026
  • Start Date: 01/07/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm (one study day per week 9am – 4pm).

Brief Description

The successful candidate will be required to join the team showing initiative and creativity to support an environment which encourages children’s development and learning with a high standard of care and attention to the individual children's needs.

Training to be Provided


  • Support to achieve knowledge, skills and behaviours as laid out in the apprenticeship standard

  • Support from an experienced assessor to assess work and practice

  • Individual learning programme tailored to own needs

  • E-learning, training and monthly tutorials specific to your apprenticeshi

  • Mentor and support in the workplace

  • A minimum of 6 hours per week during paid time to be used for learning and development opportunities

  • English and maths Functional Skills at Level 2 (if required)

  • Support to achieve Apprenticeship Assessment

Future Prospects

Level 3 Early Years Educator.

Vacancy Detail


  • Work as a member of the nursery team, observing children’s progress and reporting on their achievements, looking for progress and continuity

  • Develop positive relationships with parents, staff and outside agencies. Assist with the supervision of children during playtime inside and outside, coordinating and planning activities

  • Create a stimulating and attractive classroom environment which encourages the children’s learning and development

  • Assisting with meal times

  • Undertake a shared responsibility for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the nursery

Other Information

All candidates are subject to a fully enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and 3-month probationary period.

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