Childcare Apprenticeship - Preston

  • Company: Little Village Nursery
  • Location: PR3 0ZJ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £12,480.00 per year
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000017880
  • Application Deadline Date: 01/04/2026
  • Start Date: 08/04/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday (range between 08:30 - 17:30)

Brief Description

Little Village Nursery are looking for a new Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2.

Training to be Provided

At Shaping Lives, we are dedicated to one mission: helping nurseries like yours nurture future generations through high-quality early childhood education. As a trusted training provider, we specialise in developing skilled, passionate educators who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children aged 0-5. Whether you're looking to enhance your current team's skills or recruit new talent, we’re with you every step of the way. Upon completion of this 12-month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2.

Future Prospects

There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Vacancy Detail

The Little Village Nursery is offering a fantastic opportunity of an apprenticeship at our OFSTED OUTSTANDING nursery. The nursery is a fun, happy, family run nursery with a strong professional team who are passionate about giving children the best start in life. You will train alongside a team of long-standing qualified staff, with an opportunity to complete a work-based apprenticeship course at our nursery. 


Little Village Nursery based in beautiful Great Eccleston are now looking for passionate Apprentice Nursery Practitioners to join our fun, creative and nature-loving team! You’ll be part of a nursery that champions outdoor learning, imaginative play, and meaningful connections with children and families. As an apprentice you will be not only part of a team, but the Little Village Nursery family! 


Your role will include:



  • Support children aged 6 months to 5 years in their learning and development

  • Create a warm, stimulating and safe environment

  • Engage children in outdoor play

  • Observe and track development, helping children meet their milestones

  • Build positive relationships with families

  • Work closely with your team to deliver an inspiring, child-led curriculum

  • Get stuck in! 

Other Information

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

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