Childcare Apprenticeship – Sheffield

Shapinglives; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a Nursery Assistant Apprentice to support the planning and delivery of play-based activities. In this role, you'll assist in observing children's development and promote their health and safety. The ideal candidate will be working towards an Early Years Practitioner qualification and will benefit from a supportive training environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a fulfilling career in childcare.

Qualifications

• Assist in observing, assessing, and recording children's development.
• Promote children's health, safety, and welfare.
• Complete apprenticeship assignments for qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of play-based activities.
• Ensure all children are safe, happy, and engaged.
• Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues when necessary.

Skills

Support play-based activities

Observing and assessing children's development

Promoting health and safety

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Early Years Practitioner Level 2/Level 3

Job description

Milestones Childcare are looking for a new Nursery Assistant Apprentices, you will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner Level 2/ level 3 Early Educator depending on experience.

Support the planning and delivery of play based activities in line with the EYFS.

• Assist in observing, assessing and recording children's development and progress.
• Ensure that all children are safe, happy and engaged in activities.
• Help maintain inclusive practice, meeting all the children's needs.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

• Promote children's health, safety and welfare at all times.
• Assist with personal care routines, including toileting, feeding, hygiene.
• Supporting safeguarding procedures reporting any concerns to the DSL.

Team work and Professional development

• Work as part of the room team, supporting colleagues as required.
• Attend all training and workshops as part of your apprenticeship.
• Actively participate in supervision and monitoring sessions with the line manager and your tutors.
• Complete apprenticeship assignments and demonstrate development towards the qualification.
• Assist in preparing and tidying resources before and after activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children and visitors.
• Display children's work and ensure all learning spaces are stimulating and organised.

Key information

• Start Date: 02.02.26
• Hours: 30
• Location: Sheffield S5 6LE
• Employer: Milestones Childcare
• Additional Information: Early years practitioner (Level 2)
• Duration: 12 Months