Childcare Apprenticeship - Sandon

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

What you'll do

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team and to work closely with the Nursery Manager and a professional team. The nurseries have an excellent reputation, and we want to maintain the excellent standards that the nurseries have already been accredited for.

Role and Responsibilities:

As an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice, you will:

• Assist in planning and implementing a range of activities that support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Provide a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for the children
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
• Engage with children through play, storytelling, and creative activities
• Help maintain accurate records of children's progress and share with parents and caregivers
• Work closely with other team members to ensure the smooth running of the nursery/preschool
• Attend training sessions and complete and achieve the Level 2 qualification

Training

At Shaping Lives, we are dedicated to one mission: helping nurseries like yours nurture future generations through high-quality early childhood education. As a trusted training provider, we specialise in developing skilled, passionate educators who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children aged 0-5. Whether you're looking to enhance your current team's skills or recruit new talent, we're with you every step of the way. Upon completion of this 12-month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2 Apprenticeship.

After the apprenticeship

• There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship

Skills

• Creative
• Non judgemental
• Patience,

Things to consider

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

About the employer

Mumbles Day Nurseries has two beautiful Staffordshire settings, situated in the historic Harrowby Estate and rural village of Sandon and the bustling market town of Stone. We nurture children between the ages of 0 and 5 years within our unique settings, as well as offering a range of extra curricular activities such as Forest Schools.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years practitioner (level 2), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: x4 Days Per Week

(Between 07:30- 18:00).

Days to be confirmed.

• Start date: 14 November 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £16,640 a year