Childcare Apprenticeship - Leicester
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Company: The Dolls House Nursery and Pre-school
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Location: LE1 6TF
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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-2000026261
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Application Deadline Date: 15/05/2026
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Start Date: 22/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday-Friday (Early Shift: 7.45am to 4.45pm. • Middle Shift: 8.30am to 5.30pm. • Late shift: 9.00am to 6.00pm).
Brief Description
The Dolls House Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2 or 3, dependent on prior qualifications/experience.
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 L2 Apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who has a passion to work with young children. The ideal candidate will be caring, motivated and able to use their initiative and have a willingness to learn. The successful candidate will join our friendly staff team in our city centre-based nursery which are in beautiful historic buildings.
Day-Day Responsibilities:
- Assist team members in providing the highest standard of care and education for children during the daily operation of the nursery, including building positive partnerships with staff and parents
- Liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific needs and requirements
- Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment
- Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures
- Contribute ideas to planning to ensure children receive high-quality learning and development opportunities
- Always meet health, safety, and environmental health requirements
- Support children with their day-to-day physical needs, including feeding and personal care routines
- Provide a range of fun and stimulating activities, from reading stories to messy play
Other Information
The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.