Childcare Apprenticeship - Nuneaton

As an Early Years Apprentice, you’ll become an important part of our friendly and supportive nursery team, working alongside experienced Early Years Practitioners and qualified staff.

You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience caring for and supporting children, helping them learn, develop and build confidence through play and everyday activities. You’ll learn how to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll develop practical skills in areas including child development, safeguarding, communication, planning activities and supporting children’s individual needs. You’ll work closely with the nursery team, building your confidence and knowledge while working towards your Early Years qualification.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real experience in a nursery environment, learn from experienced practitioners and build the foundations for a rewarding career in Early Years.

Day-Day Responsibilities:

• Support the team in providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.
• Build positive and nurturing relationships with children, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing.
• Assist with planning and delivering fun, age-appropriate activities through play and everyday experiences.
• Support children with their individual needs, interests and stages of development.
• Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety and confidentiality.
• Work as part of the wider nursery team, communicating effectively with colleagues, children and parents/carers.
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children and staff.
• Take part in training, complete apprenticeship learning and put new knowledge and skills into practice within the nursery.

Training

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.

After the apprenticeship

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

Things to consider

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