Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Wirral; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

First Class Nursery School in Prenton, Wirral, is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to support welfare, safety and development of children under EYFS guidelines. You will help plan and deliver engaging play-based learning, assist with feeding, nappy changes, and liaise with parents and external agencies to meet each child’s needs.

Your trainer assessor will meet you regularly and you will complete a reflective learning journal as part of the apprenticeship, with on-the-job training

Qualifications

• Candidate should have GCSE English and Maths (grade 4+ preferred) or equivalent.
• Strong communication and caring qualities essential for working with children.
• On-the-job training provided during apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Support welfare, safety, and development of children under EYFS guidance.
• Assist in planning and delivering play-based learning activities.
• Support feeding, hygiene and daily routines; promote healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with parents and external agencies to meet each child’s needs.

Skills

Self-motivation

Good communication

Time management

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Deadline adherence

Training Provided

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4+)

Job description

First Class Nursery School,114 Storeton Rd - Prenton,Birkenhead - Merseyside, Wirral, North West, CH42 8NA

Pay:

Contract Type:

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

30/09/2026

About this job

Established in 1995, First Class Nursery School is located in Prenton on the Wirral Peninsula and reflects the rich backgrounds and cultures of our local area and beyond.

As an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the welfare, safety, and development of children, ensuring that any safeguarding concerns are reported appropriately.

You will assist in planning and delivering engaging, purposeful play activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, helping to support children’s learning, including their literacy, numeracy, and language development.

Working closely with parents, colleagues, and external agencies, you will help ensure that each child’s individual needs are met while promoting healthy lifestyle choices through play.

You will use your understanding of child development and strong communication skills to engage with all children, including those who may require additional support, and help them through key transitions such as starting school or changes at home.

The role also includes supporting respectful care routines, such as feeding, nappy changing, and dental care.

Your trainer assessor will meet with you regularly to provide teaching, learning and feedback from assessments completed.

To support your progress you will be required to complete a reflective journal of the learning you have undertaken and discuss this with your trainer assessor.

If you’re passionate about shaping young lives through nurturing care and play-led learning, we’d love to hear from you!

Working Week Rotating shifts between
8.00am and
6.00pm ( Monday to Friday)

• Qualifications Required GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths grade 4 or above preferred but not essential
• Personal Qualities Passionate Empathetic Kind Caring Dedicated
• Skills Required Self-motivation Good communication skills Ability to meet strict deadlines Time management Training to be Provided
• Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer.

They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Future Prospects Completing a Level 2 Early Years qualification unlocks roles with more responsibility— including planning, leading activities, and working more independently in line with EYFS standards.

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