Childcare Apprenticeship – St Albans

Shaping Lives; St Albans; Remote; GBP 9.000 - 13.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Little Steps Day Nursery is seeking a Childcare Apprentice to kickstart a career in early years education. You will study toward the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship and gain hands-on experience in a supportive nursery setting.

As part of the apprenticeship, you will work alongside a dedicated mentor to develop practical childcare skills, contribute to safe and stimulating learning activities, and learn about safeguarding and inclusive practices within EYFS.

Qualifikationen

• Enthusiastic learner with an interest in early years development.
• Willing to study toward Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship.
• Commitment to safeguarding and health & safety standards.

Aufgaben

• Gain hands-on experience across all areas of an early years setting.
• Work with a mentor to develop essential childcare skills.
• Support the delivery of high-quality care and engaging learning experiences.
• Assist in planning and delivering age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS.

Kenntnisse

Childcare knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Observation

Jobbeschreibung

Little Steps Day Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.

Little Steps Day Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.

About the Role

Requirements

Additional Information

Start your career in early years education with a hands‑on apprenticeship where you will learn, grow, and make a real difference in children’s development within a supportive nursery environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain hands‑on experience across all areas of an early years setting, developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to become a competent childcare practitioner
• Work as part of a supportive and experienced nursery team, receiving guidance from colleagues and a dedicated mentor throughout your apprenticeship
• Support the delivery of high‑quality care and engaging learning experiences within a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment
• Assist in planning and delivering a range of age‑appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supporting children’s learning through play
• Develop an understanding of child development, learning intentions, and inclusive practices that meet the needs of all children
• Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with team members, parents, and carers to support children’s wellbeing and development
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised environment, ensuring all areas meet health & safety standards
• Follow and develop knowledge of key policies and procedures, including safeguarding, SEND, equality and diversity, and British Values, reporting any concerns appropriately
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, reliability, and a strong commitment to learning, teamwork, and ongoing professional development