Childcare Apprenticeship - Quinton
Cotton Tails- Quinton (Happy Days Nursery), Ridgacre, Birmingham
Childcare Apprenticeship - Quinton
£16,640 a year
Cotton Tails- Quinton (Happy Days Nursery), Ridgacre, Birmingham
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 16 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: 18-08-2026 (In 25 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Ridgacre, Birmingham
Full Job Description
Introduction
Happy Days Nursery is looking for a new Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2 / 3 dependent on prior experience/qualifications.
About the Employer
Happy Days Nursery is situated in Quinton, Birmingham and first opened it’s doors in 1991. We provide private day care for children aged between 0-5yrs old. We are open Monday – Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, 52 weeks of the year (excluding Bank Holidays).What You'll Do
We are now looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career in early years education and gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Assist in planning and implementing a range of activities that support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Provide a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for the children.
- Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
- Engage with children through play, storytelling, and creative activities.
- Help maintain accurate records of children’s progress and share with parents and caregivers.
- Work closely with other team members to ensure the smooth running of the nursery/preschool.
- Attend training sessions and complete and achieve the Level 2 qualification.
Requirements:
- A genuine passion for working with young children.
- Commitment to completing the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Training Outcome
There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Creative
- Initative
- Non judgemental
- Organisational Skills
- Teamworking
- Communication Skills
Course Information
Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday-Friday (Shifts Range Between 08:15-17:15).
Expected Duration: 1 Year
Training Provider: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED