Childcare Apprenticeship - Luton

You will be working with children aged 2-5years old, To provide the highest level of care and education for children attending term-time only Pre-School.

Day-Day Responsibilities:

Maintain high standards of care and education within the pre-school, ensuring a safe, stimulating and well-resourced environment for all children Observe, support and extend children’s learning and development through meaningful play and planned activities. Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework Accurately complete observations, assessments and records to support children’s progress and development Build positive, professional relationships with parents, carers and family members to support each child’s individual needs

This is a term time only pro-rata position based on 40 weeks per year. The yearly salary based on this will be £13288 and all annual leave will be required to be taken within school holidays.



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 15 Month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early years practitioner (level 3) Apprenticeship

Training Outcome:
There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Downside Children's Pre-School opened in 2000. It is privately run and operates within the grounds of Downside Primary School. It has a large open space for children, two classrooms, a kitchen, laundry room, toilets and a large secure open garden area.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (Between 8.00am - 4.00pm

Skills:
Attention to Detail,Creative,Patience,


  • Location: Oakwood AvenueDunstable, LU5 4AS LU5 4AS
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
  • Posted: 15-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk