Apprenticeship · Early years
Apprentice Childcare Assistant
Twinkle Tots Childcare · Gloucester · GL4
- Wage
- £16,640 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£16,640 ÷ 40 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 40 a week
- Apply by
- 17 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- 4 Jan 2027The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Early Years Practitioner (Level 2)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- Gloucestershire College
- Posted
- 10 Nov 2026
- Reference
- 2000063603
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to Twinkle Tots Childcare.
The apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour for 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027; older apprentices after their first year may qualify for a higher age rate. Check the apprentice minimum wage.
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About this apprenticeship
Your duties will include:
- Planning fun and educational activities and outings
- Ensuring the setting is clean and tidy at all times
- Helping to complete development records through daily diaries, observations and assessments
- Greeting parents and provide feedback on their child
- Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained
- Playing with the children, stimulate their imagination and creativity
- Encouraging positive behaviour
- Helping with mealtimes
Working week: Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Initiative
- Patience
Qualifications the employer asks for
- English (4) – essential
- Maths (4) – essential
About Twinkle Tots Childcare
Childminding setting offering care for children aged 3 months – 11 years in a home from home environment full of fun and learning.
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 17 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Questions about apprenticeships
What qualification will I work towards?
The advertised course is Early years practitioner (level 2) at Level 2. Confirm the training details with the provider.
How long does the apprenticeship last?
The advertised duration is 1 Year 6 Months. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.
Where do I apply?
Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 17 Nov 2026. Your application goes to Twinkle Tots Childcare.
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