Childcare Apprenticeship – Birmingham Road

Shapinglives; Redditch; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Shapinglives in Redditch is seeking enthusiastic Nursery Assistant Apprentices for their Childcare Apprenticeship program at Ragamuffins Nursery. You'll gain hands-on experience while supporting the care and development of children aged birth to five years.

This apprenticeship offers a unique chance to work closely with experienced educators, assisting in planning activities and building relationships with children and their families. Join a dedicated team and start your rewarding career in Early Years education.

Qualifications

• Motivated to pursue a career in Early Years education.
• Ability to assist in nurturing care and learning.
• Willingness to engage in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing nurturing care and learning opportunities for children.
• Help to plan and deliver stimulating and age-appropriate activities.
• Support in observing children’s progress and maintaining records.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of the children.
• Work closely with colleagues to promote collaborative teamwork.
• Build trusting relationships with parents and carers.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Enthusiasm

Basic understanding of child development

Education

Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2/L3

Job description

Childcare Apprenticeship – Birmingham Road

Ragamuffins Nursery Birmingham Road are looking for 2 new Nursery Assistant Apprentices. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2/L3 dependent on experience.

Are you passionate about working with children and keen to start a career in Early Years education? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Apprentice to join our team. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a nursery or childcare setting while working toward a nationally recognized qualification in Early Years Education.

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.