Rainbow Day Nursery - DA1 2LP - Apprentice Required

Parenta; Dartford; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Parenta in Dartford is offering a Nursery Apprentice position where you earn while you learn.

This full-time apprenticeship pays £8.00 per hour and runs Monday to Friday, 37.5–40 hours weekly, with shifts from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

You will work with children aged 0–5, gain hands-on experience, complete a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, and receive full training and support.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children.
• Friendly, caring and reliable.
• Eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Able to travel to the nursery location.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), or willingness to complete Functional Skills.
• Access to a laptop/computer with internet access.
• UK residency of at least 3 years for funding eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan fun and engaging activities.
• Support children's learning and development.
• Help with mealtimes, play, and daily routines.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Maintain a safe and caring environment.
• Observe and support children's progress.

Skills

Passion for children

Friendly and reliable

Eager to learn

Travel to nursery

Education

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Early Years Educator

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Nursery Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

Dartford,DA1 2LP
£8.00 per hour (Apprenticeship Wage)
Full Time | Monday to Friday | 37.5-40 hours per week with varied shifts from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

Do you love working with children and want to start a rewarding career in Early Years?

Join a warm, friendly nursery team in Dartfordand gain hands-on experience caring for and supporting children aged 0–5 years - all while earning a salary and working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to begin their childcare career in a supportive environment where you’ll learn, grow, and make a real difference every day.

What You’ll Get:

• Earn while you learn
• Full training and support throughout your apprenticeship
• A dedicated personal tutor to guide you
• No need to attend college - training is completed at your workplace
• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Real experience working in a nursery setting
• Career progression opportunities in childcare and education

Your Role:

As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll help create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive.

You’ll support the team with:

• Planning fun and engaging activities
• Supporting children’s learning and development
• Helping with mealtimes, play, and daily routines
• Building positive relationships with children and families
• Maintaining a safe and caring environment
• Observing and supporting children’ s progress

Every day is different, and you’ll play an important role in helping children grow emotionally, socially, and educationally.

About the Apprenticeship:

• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Training delivered virtually alongside your practical experience
• Apprenticeship duration: approximately 12–20 months
• Full support provided from day one

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Passionate about working with children
• Friendly, caring, and reliable
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Able to travel to the nursery location

You’ll also need:

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), or willingness to complete Functional Skills support alongside the course
• Access to a laptop/computer with internet access
• To have lived in the UK for at least 3 years for apprenticeship funding eligibility

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers are subject to references, enhanced DBS checks, and right-to-work verification.

Start your journey in Early Years today and build a career that makes a difference every single day.