Apprenticeship · Early years
Early Years Apprentice
BROOK PRE-SCHOOL · Southampton · SO18
- Wage
- £15,600 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£15,600 ÷ 37.5 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 37.5 a week
- Apply by
- 8 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- 9 Nov 2026The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Early Years Practitioner (Level 2)
- Duration
- 1 Year 3 Months
- Training provider
- Showcase Training Ltd
- Posted
- 6 Oct 2026
- Reference
- 2000057465
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to BROOK PRE-SCHOOL .
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
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children.
This includes:
- Creating warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally
- Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding
- Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them
- Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Being aware of the nurseries policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to
- Completing all work to desired timescales as set by Showcase Tutor
Working week: 37.5 hours per week as per rota, Monday to Friday. Working hours TBC.
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications the employer asks for
- English (4 or C and above) – essential
- Maths (4 or C and above)
About Brook Early Years
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- Southampton
- Registered places
- 52
- Advertised by
- BROOK PRE-SCHOOL
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 8 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and SHOWCASE TRAINING LTD 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 3 Months. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.
Where do I apply?
Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 8 Nov 2026. Your application goes to BROOK PRE-SCHOOL .
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