Childcare Apprenticeship - Swindon
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Company: Playsteps Day Nursery
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Location: SN1 5EH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,727.60 per year
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000029834
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Application Deadline Date: 09/06/2026
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Start Date: 16/06/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday-Friday (Hours Range between 8AM-6PM).
Brief Description
Playsteps Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.
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 apprenticeship L3 Apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a career in early years education within a supportive and nurturing nursery environment. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience across all areas of childcare, working with children from birth to 4 years old.
The nursery is organised into three age groups: 0–20 months, 20–30 months, and 30 months to 4 years. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in each room, allowing you to build confidence across different stages of child development. Over time, we will also work with you to identify your preferred age group, should you have one.
Day-Day Responsibilities:
- Support the planning and delivery of fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities
- Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes and sleep times
- Provide personal care, including nappy changing and toileting (following initial training period)
- Communicate with parents and carers about their child’s day (once confident and supported)
- Work flexibly across different rooms to support the wider nursery team when required
- Support outdoor learning experiences, including activities in the garden and woodland/forest area
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment, including tidying and cleaning at key times
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children by identifying and reducing potential hazards
Other Information
The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.