Childcare Apprenticeship - St Albans
-
Company: Little Steps Ltd
-
Location: AL1 4EP
-
Type: Apprenticeship
-
Salary: £22,568.00 per year
-
Sector: Education and early years
-
Ref: NAS-2000029297
-
Application Deadline Date: 04/06/2026
-
Start Date: 11/06/2026
-
Positions Available: 1
-
Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 9-hour shift. Friday 4-hour shift, shifts range between (7:45am - 6pm)
Brief Description
Little Steps Day Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3.
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 18-month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.
Future Prospects
There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
Start your career in early years education with a hands-on apprenticeship where you will learn, grow, and make a real difference in children’s development within a supportive nursery environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Gain hands-on experience across all areas of an early years setting, developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to become a competent childcare practitioner
- Work as part of a supportive and experienced nursery team, receiving guidance from colleagues and a dedicated mentor throughout your apprenticeship
- Support the delivery of high-quality care and engaging learning experiences within a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment
- Assist in planning and delivering a range of age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supporting children’s learning through play
- Develop an understanding of child development, learning intentions, and inclusive practices that meet the needs of all children
- Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with team members, parents, and carers to support children’s wellbeing and development
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised environment, ensuring all areas meet health & safety standards
- Follow and develop knowledge of key policies and procedures, including safeguarding, SEND, equality and diversity, and British Values, reporting any concerns appropriately
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, reliability, and a strong commitment to learning, teamwork, and ongoing professional development
Other Information
The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.