Bright Sparks Day Nursery - LE10 1AB - Apprentice Required

Parenta; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Full training and support

Dedicated personal tutor

Training at workplace

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Job summary

Parenta in Hinckley is offering a Nursery Apprentice role where you earn £8.00 per hour as you learn, working Monday to Friday, 40 hours weekly, toward a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. You will gain hands-on experience with children aged 0–5, training delivered virtually alongside practical work, duration about 15–20 months, with full support from day one.

The role requires GCSE English and Maths or willingness to complete Functional Skills, and you must have UK residency for

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children and eager to learn.
• Friendly, caring, reliable and able to travel to the nursery.
• GCSE English and Maths or willingness to complete Functional Skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a fun, safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and thrive.
• Plan fun and engaging activities.
• Support children’s learning and development.
• Help with mealtimes, play, and daily routines.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Passionate about working with children

Friendly, caring, reliable

Eager to learn

Able to travel to the nursery location

Laptop access

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Job description

Nursery Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

Hinckley, LE10 0EA

£8.00 per hour (Apprenticeship Wage)

Full Time | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week with varied shifts from 7:30am to 6:00pm.

Do you love working with children and want to continue a rewarding career in Early Years?

Join a warm, friendly nursery team in Hinckley and gain hands‑on experience caring for and supporting children aged 0–5 years - all while earning a salary and working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to continue their childcare career in a supportive environment where you’ll learn, grow, and make a real difference every day.

What You’ll Get:

• Earn while you learn
• Full training and support throughout your apprenticeship
• A dedicated personal tutor to guide you
• No need to attend college - training is completed at your workplace
• A recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Real experience working in a nursery setting
• Career progression opportunities in childcare and education

Your Role:

As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll help create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive.

You’ll support the team with:

• Planning fun and engaging activities
• Supporting children’s learning and development
• Helping with mealtimes, play, and daily routines
• Building positive relationships with children and families
• Maintaining a safe and caring environment
• Observing and supporting children’s progress

Every day is different, and you’ll play an important role in helping children grow emotionally, socially, and educationally.

About the Apprenticeship:

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Training delivered virtually alongside your practical experience
• Apprenticeship duration: approximately 15–20 months
• Full support provided from day one

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Passionate about working with children
• Friendly, caring, and reliable
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Able to travel to the nursery location

You’ll also need:

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), or willingness to complete Functional Skills support alongside the course
• Access to a laptop/computer with internet access
• To have lived in the UK for at least 3 years for apprenticeship funding eligibility

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers are subject to references, enhanced DBS checks, and right-to-work verification.