Education apprenticeships in Reading
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BananaMoon-Caversham - Apprentice Early Years Practitioner-Level 2 Qualified
Banana Moon Day Nursery · READING, RG4
- Wage:
- £12,480 a year
- Course:
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Closes:
- 20 Nov 2026
- Starts:
- 4 Jan 2027
- Hours:
- 30 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year
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<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a happy nursery where we focus on encouraging children to be children, learning through fun and engaging play.</p>
Working week: Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
Training provider: EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience
Positions: 1
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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner
N IS FOR NURSERY LTD · Berkshire, RG1
- Wage:
- £17,784 a year
- Course:
- Early years practitioner (level 2)
- Closes:
- 15 Nov 2026
- Starts:
- 1 Dec 2026
- Hours:
- 40 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year 2 Months
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<p>A fantastic opportunity has become available at N Family Day Nursery. They are looking for an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their ‘Outstanding’ setting, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on-the-job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development.</p>
Working week: Work a flexible shift pattern within the opening hours (7.00am - 7.00pm).
Training provider: INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative
Positions: 1
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Level 2 Early Years Apprenticeship
Western Elms Day Nursery · RG30
- Wage:
- £16,640 a year
- Course:
- Early years practitioner (level 2)
- Closes:
- 20 Jan 2027
- Starts:
- 25 Jan 2027
- Hours:
- 40 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year
Apply on GOV.UKMore about this apprenticeship
<p>A level 2 Childcare Apprentice is required. You will work full time at your nursery setting as a nursery assistant, gaining your practical experience. This will involve a range of activities from arts and crafts to singing and outdoor play. You will then attend college once a month.</p>
Working week: Mon - Fri between 8.00am - 7.00pm, includes 1 hour unpaid lunch. Total hours per week: 40 hours a week. 40 hours a week.
Training provider: CHILTERN TRAINING LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Caring
Positions: 1
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SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Whiteknights Primary School
BELLEVUE PLACE EDUCATION TRUST · Reading, RG2
- Wage:
- £12,480 a year
- Course:
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Closes:
- 9 Nov 2026
- Starts:
- 16 Nov 2026
- Hours:
- 30 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year 4 Months
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<p>Whiteknights Primary school are looking for an aspiring SEND teaching assistant to join their busy team. Your role includes facilitating learning by supporting the needs of individual pupils and small groups of pupils in accordance with school policy and government initiatives in the pursuit of high standards of pupils’ achievement.</p>
Working week: Monday to Friday- term time only 8:50am- 15:20pm
Training provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience
Positions: 1
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Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship
Little Petals Day Nursery · READING, RG4
- Wage:
- Competitive
- Course:
- Early years lead practitioner (level 5)
- Closes:
- 1 Dec 2026
- Starts:
- 10 Dec 2026
- Hours:
- 40 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year 6 Months
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<p>You will be employed at Little Petals Day Nursery and will attend monthly online training sessions provided by Chiltern Training Ltd.</p>
Working week: You will work Monday - Friday, there is an option to work full time or part time. Shifts to be confirmed.
Training provider: CHILTERN TRAINING LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness
Positions: 1
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Early Years Advanced Apprenticeship
Little Petals Day Nursery · READING, RG4
- Wage:
- £16,640 a year
- Course:
- Early years educator (level 3)
- Closes:
- 1 Dec 2026
- Starts:
- 7 Dec 2026
- Hours:
- 40 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year
Apply on GOV.UKMore about this apprenticeship
<p>You will be employed full time at Little Petals Day Nursery whilst attending once a month face to face lessons at ChilternTraining Ltd.</p>
Working week: You will work full time, Monday- Friday.
Training provider: CHILTERN TRAINING LIMITED
Skills: Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Kindness
Positions: 1
Levels
- Level 2 – equivalent to GCSEs (e.g. early years practitioner)
- Level 3 – equivalent to A levels (e.g. teaching assistant, early years educator)
- Level 5–6 – higher and degree level (e.g. postgraduate teacher apprenticeship)
Pay from April 2026
At least £8.00 an hour if you're under 19 or in your first year. After that, the minimum wage for your age (£10.85 at 18 to 20, £12.71 at 21 and over).
How to apply
- Pick an apprenticeship below
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK
- The employer and training provider contact you
How apprenticeships work
You work for the employer, get paid a wage, and spend part of your time training with a provider towards a recognised qualification. You apply on GOV.UK, and the employer and training provider handle the rest.
Questions about education apprenticeships
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.
How do I apply?
Choose Apply on GOV.UK. Applications go through the government's Find an apprenticeship service, not through SchoolJobs.
Where do these adverts come from?
From Find an apprenticeship (GOV.UK), refreshed daily. Adverts that close or are removed there are taken off SchoolJobs.
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Last checked 5 Nov 2026.