Childminder Assistant Apprentice

The apprentice will support the registered childminder with the day‑to‑day running of a busy childcare setting. An average day or week will include:

Planning and taking part in play‑based activities to support children’s learning and development Supporting children with personal care, including toileting, dressing, and mealtimes Encouraging and supervising children during indoor and outdoor play Accompanying children on outings such as playgroups and local trips Helping to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment Assisting with basic administration and record‑keeping tasks Building positive relationships with children and families Training will be work‑based, with support from an apprenticeship tutor

The apprentice will learn safeguarding, child development, health and safety, and childcare best practice as part of the apprenticeship.

Training:

The apprentice will complete the Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship. This can be negotiable based on current qualifications.

During the apprenticeship, the apprentice will work towards achieving the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard, a nationally recognised qualification that develops the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to work in an early years setting in line with the EYFS framework.

Where and when the training will take place:

This is a work‑based apprenticeship, with the majority of training taking place within the nursery/setting. The apprentice will be supported by a dedicated apprenticeship tutor who will carry out regular workplace visits to deliver training, observations, and progress reviews.

College attendance is not required unless the apprentice needs to achieve Functional Skills in English and/or maths, in which case attendance may be required as agreed with the training provider.

The apprentice will complete a minimum of 20% off‑the‑job training during paid working hours, which is integrated into normal working patterns and may include coaching, guided learning, assessments, and reflective activities.

Training pattern:

Training is delivered through a blended, work‑based model, rather than block release. There is no fixed college day; off‑the‑job training is equivalent to one day per week, but this is typically planned flexibly within the workplace.

At the end of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will complete an End Point Assessment (EPA) to demonstrate full competence and achieve the apprenticeship qualification.

Training Outcome:
Ideally the candidate would reach at least a Level 3 qualification and stay at the setting

Employer Description:

Childminder

Working Hours :
Negotiable but at least 4 days a week between 8am and 5pm but the hours will vary to tie up with practitioner child ratios. At least 36 hours per week Monday through to Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,Enjoy working with children,Caring & patient nature,Willing to learn & develop,Reliable & punctual,Positive attitude to work,Able to work in a team,Calm & professional manner