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Apprentice Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in a Nursery

Daisy Chain PreSchool · Caterham · CR5

Wage
Competitive
Hours
17.25 a week
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
Possible start date
1 Dec 2026The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
Course
Early Years Practitioner (Level 2)
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Training provider
Parenta Training Limited
Posted
12 Nov 2026
Reference
2000064016
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About this apprenticeship

  • Support children's learning and development through play and structured activities.
  • Assist in creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
  • Support children's care routines, wellbeing and independence.
  • Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
  • Observe children's progress and contribute to development records.
  • Promote equality, inclusion and positive behaviour.
  • Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and confidentiality procedures at all times.
  • Report any concerns regarding a child's welfare in line with safeguarding procedures.
  • Work as part of a team to provide high-quality care and education.

Working week: Monday to Friday with varied shifts from 8:30am to 3:15pm during term time only for 17.25 hours per week.

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About Daisy Chain Pre School Old Coulsdon

Setting
Nursery (Ofsted registered)
Local authority
Croydon
Registered places
35
Advertised by
Daisy Chain PreSchool

Daisy Chain preschool has been established since 1985 and offers term time care for 18 Months – 4 Year Olds in a safe, friendly, exciting environment in which they develop their desire to explore and learn. Our aim is to provide for the diverse needs of all children and families, working in close partnership with parents and carers.

Part of DAISY CHAIN CHILDCARE LIMITED, a nursery group.

View Daisy Chain Pre School Old Coulsdon in the nursery directory

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How to apply

  1. Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
  2. Complete the application before 30 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
  3. The employer and PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED 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.

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