Childcare Apprentice

Immediate start to join our small and friendly team within a well-established nursery in Lowercroft. You will be working alongside a professional and experienced team, learning a range of skills to develop a career working in an Early Years setting. You will receive high-quality training in all aspects of childcare with the support of the Manager.

What you'll do

You will be trained to a high standard in all duties required of you involving keeping the children safe and enhancing their learning and play. This will include:

• Ensuring the safety of children at all times
• Supervising outdoor play
• Supervising snacks and lunch
• Supporting development through play
• Carry out activities with the children
• Preparing and feeding children
• Keeping the nursery clean
• To attend additional mandatory training to help with the role and ongoing CPD
• Ensuring Safeguarding Procedures are followed
• You will be supported throughout your training

Training

• Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Standard
• College attendance will be required one day a month

After the apprenticeship

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you may be offered a permanent contract.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade C/4 or above or equivalent)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade C/4 or above or equivalent)

Benefits

Corporate uniform will be provided and on-site parking.

About the employer

Safari Kindergarten is family run and aims to create a personal experience for families. Safari Kindergarten is focused on giving each child the best start to their education, making the most of versatile facilities that include a selection of age-specific playrooms, as well as a separate sleep/restroom, open library/sensory room and large outdoor play area.The outdoor play area has a separate space for babies aged 0-2 years. A biometric security system is in place for parents' peace of mind and the team are well-trained and qualified in health and safety. Playtime and activities are organised to meet key EYFS objectives, as the team looks to prepare children for the challenges of school life, though in a fun and friendly atmosphere where children can enjoy exploring and being creative.

This is an entry-level role supported by government's youth employment schemes available for 16 – 24 year olds. Our funding for this vacancy utilises the department for education's new £2,000 Apprenticeship Hiring Payment (for more information on eligibility please see further details on the government website – https://www.gov.uk/employing-an-apprentice/get-funding.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years practitioner (level 2), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: BURY COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 4 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday, between 8.00am - 6.00pm.
• Start date: 23 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year