Childcare Apprenticeship – Wakefield

Shaping Lives; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Willow Tree Nursery in Wakefield is seeking a caring and motivated Level 3 Nursery Apprentice. You will work with experienced nursery practitioners to support children aged 0-5 through play, learning activities and daily care while progressing toward the Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, complete coursework, and contribute to a nurturing learning environment within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must be working toward Level 3 Nursery Apprenticeship
• Willing to study toward the Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3
• Commitment to learning and completing coursework

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities to support children’s development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Assist with children’s daily routines including meals, personal care and rest times.
• Observe and record children’s progress and development.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies.
• Work as part of a team to provide high-quality childcare.
• Attend training sessions and complete coursework as part of the apprenticeship.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Teamwork

Observation

Education

Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3

Job description

The Willow Tree Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Educator apprenticeship L3.

The Willow Tree 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

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Level 3 Nursery Apprentice to join our friendly team. You will support children aged 0-5 years through play, learning activities, and daily care routines while working alongside experienced nursery practitioners. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and achieve a recognised qualification in Early Years.

Day-Day Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and delivery of fun, engaging activities that support children’s development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Assist with children’s daily routines including meals, personal care, and rest times.
• Observe and record children’s progress and development.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies.
• Work as part of a team to provide high-quality childcare.
• Attend training sessions and complete coursework as part of the apprenticeship.

The wage will be £8-£12 per hour depending on age, prior qualifications and experience.