Apprenticeship · Early years
Pre-School Apprentice
ALL SAINTS PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP · Winchester
- Wage
- £8,736 a year
- Hours
- 21 a week
- Apply by
- 10 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- From 23 Nov 2026
- Course
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- PROFILE DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING LIMITED
- Reference
- 2000062406
About this apprenticeship
- Support qualified staff and provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times
- Support qualified staff and deliver an appropriate play-based/free-flow and child-led curriculum that enables children to make individual progress
- Help to ensure the preschool always meets Ofsted requirements.
- Understand and implement preschool policies and procedures
- Support qualified staff when planning activities, which ensure each child is working towards individual early learning outcomes
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the preschool aims and objectives
Working week: 3 days a week 8.30am - 3.30pm (working days to be confirmed). Term time only.
Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Team working, Creative, Non judgemental, Patience, Good time management, Professionalism, Open to learning
Qualifications the employer asks for
- GCSE in English (grade A* to C or 9 to 4 or predicted) – desired
- GCSE in Maths (grade A* to C or 9 to 4 or predicted) – desired
- NVQ or Level 2 Equivalent in Childcare or Early Years (grade Pass) – desired
About All Saints Preschool
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- Hampshire
- Registered places
- 26
- Advertised by
- ALL SAINTS PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
A friendly, nurturing community pre-school providing term-time childcare for children aged 2-5 in Highcliffe, Winchester. Our pre-school is based in the All Saints Church Hall and is next to All Saints Primary School.
We have a wonderful team of dedicated pre-school educators who are passionate about early childhood education and creating a nurturing environment where young children can learn and grow. We follow the Early Years Foundation Framework.
We provide varied activities for our children both inside and out including:
- Cookery
- Themed weeks
- Walks to local interesting wildlife spots
- Reading with special guests (our caregivers!)
- Termly stay and play sessions where our caregivers and families can come and join in the fun
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 10 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and PROFILE DEVELOPMENT AND 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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