Apprenticeship · Early years
Nursery Apprentice
KINGSWOOD DAY NURSERIES LTD · Verwood
- Wage
- £16,640 a year
- Hours
- 40 a week
- Apply by
- 20 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- From 1 Dec 2026
- Course
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- SHOOTS TRAINING LIMITED
- Reference
- 2000060194
About this apprenticeship
Nursery Apprentice – Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in providing a safe, secure, caring and stimulating environment for children
- Support the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities that promote children’s learning, development and wellbeing
- Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes, nappy changing, toileting, handwashing and sleep times, as appropriate
- Build positive, caring relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
- Supervise children at all times and follow nursery safeguarding, health and safety policies and procedures
- Work effectively as part of the nursery team, following instructions and guidance from experienced practitioners and management
- Communicate professionally with parents and carers, referring queries or concerns to the appropriate senior member of staff
- Recognise and report any safeguarding concerns, accidents, incidents or changes in a child’s behaviour in line with nursery procedures
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, training and professional development opportunities as required
- Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the apprentice role, under suitable supervision and in line with nursery policies and procedures
Working week: 07:45 - 18:00.
Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience
Qualifications the employer asks for
- GCSE in english (grade C/4 or above) – desired
- GCSE in Maths (grade C/4 or above) – desired
- early years level 2 in early years (grade pass) – desired
About Kingswood Day Nurseries Limited
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- Dorset
- Registered places
- 52
- Advertised by
- KINGSWOOD DAY NURSERIES LTD
Every child, and person coming into Kingswood will thrive, and will achieve. The Kingswood team provide the environment, relationships, curriculum and opportunities that make achieving inevitable.
The Kingswood team are ambitious for all children to ensure everyone is nurtured, challenged and supported to thrive.
We are able to care for your little one, Monday-Friday, 7.45am-6pm, 49 weeks of the year (closing a week in May, August and over the Christmas period, plus all bank holidays) Come and meet our team who have secure, trusting bonds with all children, and their family’s supporting wellbeing and confidence.
We are looking forward to nurturing your child in our cosy converted old school building on the Dorset/Hampshire border in the rural village of Aderholt, Near Fordingbridge.
Your child will create memories they will treasure for a lifetime. From wiggling tiny toes in mud, finding and hatching dragon eggs, building fairy houses and digging war trenches.
Your child will learn valuable life skills, independence, resilience and experience the magical childhood which every child deserves.
You cannot miss our Mongolian yurt on the field and our woodland classroom opposite.
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 20 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and SHOOTS TRAINING LIMITED contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Who can apply for an apprenticeship?
Anyone aged 16 or over in England who is not in full-time education. There is no upper age limit.
How much are apprentices paid?
From 1 April 2026 the apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour if you are under 19 or in your first year; after that you get the National Minimum Wage for your age (£10.85 at 18 to 20, £12.71 at 21 and over). Many schools and nurseries pay more, and each advert shows its wage exactly as the employer gave it.
Do I need GCSEs to start?
Not always. Many apprenticeships accept people without GCSE English and maths and help you achieve them during the apprenticeship. Each advert lists what the employer asks for.
How long does an apprenticeship last?
At least 8 months, and most school and nursery apprenticeships take 12 to 24 months. Each advert shows its expected duration.
Can I become a teacher through an apprenticeship?
Yes. A teaching assistant or early years apprenticeship is a common first step, and graduates can train through the postgraduate teacher apprenticeship.
What qualification will I get?
Each advert names its course, for example Early years educator (level 3) or Teaching assistant (level 3), which are recognised qualifications.
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