Nursery Apprentice - Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (Apprenticeship)
Are you ready to kickstart your career in childcare? Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School, is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an
Apprentice to join our team. This is your chance to gain hands-on experienceand training in a supportive, fun environment… and earn as you learn!
What You’ll Do:
As an Early Years Apprentice, you'll get real-worldexperience working in a day nursery. You’ll be paired with a buddy to guide
you, and work towards becoming a key person in the nursery. Your apprenticeship
will include training days and practical days at the nursery. Your typical day
will include:
- Assisting team members to provide top-notch care and
- Building authentic and meaningful relationships with
- Liaise closely with parents/carers and encourage their
- Working with nursery staff to ensure children’s needs and
- Keeping the environment safe, clean, and healthy.
- Supporting inclusive practices, and helping plan and assess
activities that cater to the unique development needs of each child.
Rewards and Benefits:
We value our apprentices and offer a range of fantastic
perks:
- Competitive Salary:
- Annual Leave: 24 days, plus your birthday off and public
- Bonuses: £100 on completing your Level 2 qualification,
- Annual Pay Review: Ensures competitive compensation.
- Team Fun Days and Awards: Celebrate our amazing team!
- Referral Bonuses: Up to £500 for referring friends and
- Bike to Work Scheme: Get help buying a bike with a £50
- Staff Perks: Discounts on cinema, retail, travel, and
- Free Lunch Every Day and Uniform.
- Compassionate Leave: Up to 5 days paid leave.
- Childcare Discount: Generous discounts for staff.
- Employee Assistance Helpline: 24/7 confidential
counselling and advice.
Start your journey with Family First Nurseries today!
TrainingYour role and responsibilities will be defined by your
employer, Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School, which will provide on-the-job training and
incorporate 20% off-the-job learning into your workday. You’ll work towards the
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
Training is delivered by Realise, Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School's dedicatedprovider.
Qualifications requiredNo requirements – this is the first step on your career
ladder – embrace it with both hands!
Skills required- Willingness to learn and develop
- Able to share a success story or something you are proud
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Can discuss what would be harmful to a child and maybe a
- Strong communication
skills, both verbal and written
ProspectsStarting as an Early Years Apprentice, you can advance
through various rewarding roles in childcare. With experience and
qualifications, you might progress to:
Room Leader: Oversee a specific room in the nursery, leading activities and ensuring children's well-being and development. You'llalso mentor team members.
Deputy Manager: Assist the Nursery Manager with daily
operations, including staff management, administrative tasks, and maintaininghigh care standards.
Nursery Manager: Manage the nursery’s overall
operation, including strategic planning, regulatory compliance, financialmanagement, and leading the team to provide an excellent environment for
children's growth.
Each career step brings new challenges and rewards, offeringopportunities for personal and professional growth with dedication and hard
work.
Qualification / Standard : ST0888 Early years practitionerDuration 12 Months