Childcare Apprenticeship - Birmingham Road

Worcestershire County Council; Redditch; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Ragamuffins Day Nursery Limited in Redditch is offering two Nursery Assistant Apprenticeships at Birmingham Road. You will study toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship Level 2/Level 3, depending on experience.

Hours are Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00, 38 hours per week, duration 1 year. Most of your apprenticeship is spent working on the job, learning on-site with experienced educators to support care, learning and development of children from birth to five years.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship toward Early Years Practitioner Level 2/3 based on experience.
• On‑the‑job learning with practical childcare duties.
• Hours are Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00, 38 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing nurturing care and learning opportunities for children.
• Help plan and deliver age‑appropriate activities aligned with EYFS.
• Observe and record children's milestones and progress.
• Support health, safety and safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with parents about progress.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Creative

Initiative

Teamworking

Communication Skills

Job description

Childcare Apprenticeship - Birmingham Road

RAGAMUFFIN'S DAY NURSERY LIMITED

Redditch (B97 6EH)

Closes in 17 days (Friday 7 August 2026)

Ragamuffins Nursery Birmingham Road are looking for 2 new Nursery Assistant Apprentices. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship Level 2/Level 3, dependent on experience.

Hours Monday–Friday (Shifts Between 08:00–17:00)

38 hours a week

Duration: 1 year

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you’ll do at work

As an Early Years Apprentice, you will support the care, learning, and development of children from birth to five years. You’ll work alongside experienced educators, developing your skills and knowledge of child development in a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing nurturing care and learning opportunities for children, promoting their physical, emotional, and social development.
• Help to plan and deliver stimulating and age‑appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, encouraging children’s creativity and curiosity.
• Support in observing children’s progress, recording key milestones, and maintaining accurate learning and development records.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of the children, following the nursery’s safeguarding, hygiene, and health policies.
• Work closely with colleagues, learning from experienced practitioners and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Build trusting relationships with parents and carers, offering support and regular feedback on their child’s progress and well‑being.

Where you’ll work

243 Birmingham Road
Redditch
B97 6EH

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

• Support babies and young children through a range of transitions and significant events, such as moving onto school or the birth of a sibling.
• Recognise when a child is in danger or at risk of serious harm or abuse, and understand the procedures to protect them.
• Identify risks and hazards in the provision and during off‑site visits, and follow reporting procedures.
• Use prevention and control of infection techniques for hand washing, food preparation, and hygiene, and manage spillages and waste safely.
• Use equipment, furniture, and materials safely and securely, following the manufacturers’ instructions.
• Encourage children to be aware of personal safety and hygiene practices.
• Promote health and well‑being by encouraging nutritious meals and physical activity.
• Carry out respectful care routines appropriate to the child’s development and needs, including feeding, nappy changing, potty training, and rest.
• Communicate with all children, including those with English as an additional language or additional needs.
• Extend children’s development through verbal and non‑verbal communication and learning activities.
• Support children’s early interest and development in marking, writing, reading, mathematics, and other foundational skills.
• Use feedback, mentoring, or supervision to identify and support areas for development, goals, and career opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues, other professionals, and agencies to meet children’s needs and enable their progress.

Skills

• Creative
• Initiative
• Teamworking
• Communication Skills

Other opportunities

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

About this employer

Beautifully set in three ‘big character houses’ in Redditch, Worcestershire, Ragamuffins Day Nursery provides an ideal environment for the childcare and educational needs of children aged between three months and five years. With more than two decades of experience we are committed to giving each and every child the best possible start in life.

Contact

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

07984513366

Reference code: VAC2000042200