Childcare Apprenticeship - Irchester

Are you passionate about helping children grow, learn, and thrive? As a Childcare Apprentice, you will be joining a warm, supportive, and dedicated nursery team committed to providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for young children.

Working closely with experienced childcare professionals, you’ll gain hands-on experience in planning and leading age-appropriate activities, observing and supporting children’s development, and building strong partnerships with parents. This role will provide you with valuable skills and knowledge that will set the foundation for a rewarding career in early years education.

What You’ll Gain

First-hand experience in safeguarding and caring for children Practical knowledge of child development and early years learning The opportunity to work as part of a collaborative, supportive team Confidence in planning and delivering activities that support children’s growth A clear pathway for progression within childcare and education

As a Childcare Apprentice, you will:

Support the care, wellbeing, and development of children in a safe and nurturing environment Assist in planning and leading engaging, age-appropriate activities to encourage learning and creativity Observe and record children’s progress to support their individual needs Promote positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues Uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards at all times

Employee Benefits

4-day working week for a great work-life balance Uniform provided at no cost Good local transport links for easy commuting Open-door management style with supportive leadership Lots of opportunity for progression within the organisation

What We’re Looking For

A genuine passion for working with young children Motivation to achieve their full potential A willingness to learn and develop new skills A caring, positive, and proactive attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills

Training:

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 18 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Educator Level 3.

Training Outcome:
Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Looking for a fun, welcoming place to work where your opinions are valued? We are a new setting based in Wellingborough that are looking for a Level 2 Early Years Apprentice to join the team to undertake their EYE L3. We promote independence in Early Years, allowing children to advocate for themselves and we work with babies to 5 years of age. There will be lots of opportunity for progression with us and you will have the opportunity to not only work in the new setting but also to work across our established setting in Irchester.

Working Hours :
4 Days Per Week (08:00-18:00) To be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail