Apprenticeship · Early years

Apprentice Childcare Practitioner

Wage: £12,480 to £19,827.60 a year
Hours: 30 a week
Apply by: 27 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 3 Months
Training provider: St Helens College
Posted: 11 Nov 2026
Reference: 2000063747

You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to Sandfield Natural Play Centre.

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About this apprenticeship

To attend all training as set out in your training agreement and complete assignments on time
To assist with meeting the personal, social and emotional needs of individual children
Learn to plan, organise and implement a programme of activities to meet the needs of each individual child’s needs and interests
Contribute to good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness in the nursery
To attend occasional out-of-working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, etc.
To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted
To respect the confidentiality of all information received and comply with the nursery’s equal opportunities policy
The successful candidate for this position will complete an enhanced DBS check

Working week: 30 hours per week, term time only. Shifts to be confirmed.

Celebrating 20 years of adventures and national awards. The nursery operates from a grade II listed Georgian property which provides a flexible and deceptively spacious learning environment over three floors. All children share access to enclosed natural gardens and the adjoining large woodland, also owned by the nursery. Sandfield Natural Play Centre is an Outstanding, Multi-Award winning, Children's Day Nursery with a lovely staff team. During an apprenticeship with us, you can expect excellent training as well as a caring and inspiring place to work.

Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
Complete the application before 27 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
The employer and ST HELENS COLLEGE contact you about next steps, such as an interview.

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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 3 Months. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.

Where do I apply?

Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 27 Nov 2026. Your application goes to Sandfield Natural Play Centre.

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