Childcare Apprenticeship - Welwyn Garden City

Introduction

Little Tulips Day Nursery are looking for a new Childcare Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2 or 3 dependent on prior experience/qualifications.

About the Employer

At Little Tulips, we believe in investing in our people. We provide ongoing support, mentoring, and real opportunities for progression. Many of our apprentices have gone on to achieve qualifications and build long-term careers within our nursery. You'll work in a modern, purpose-built nursery where children's learning, wellbeing, and safety are at the heart of everything we do. Every day brings new experiences, from inspiring children's curiosity through play to building meaningful relationships with families and colleagues.

What You'll Do

Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a career where every day is rewarding, exciting, and full of opportunities to learn? At Little Tulips Day Nursery, we are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated apprentice to join our friendly team.

Please note, the wage varies between £8-10.85 per hour dependent on age/experience.

Day-Day Responsibilities:

• Support the daily care, supervision and learning of children in accordance with the EYFS
• Assist in planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote children's learning and development
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Help maintain a clean, safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Support children's personal care, including nappy changing, toileting, hand washing and mealtimes, whilst promoting independence
• Observe children's learning and contribute to learning journals and developmental records under the guidance of senior staff
• Follow all nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection
• Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Support children with individual needs, ensuring every child feels valued and included
• Assist with preparing activities, resources and learning environments both indoors and outdoors
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions and apprenticeship workshops
• Complete all apprenticeship coursework and assignments within required timescales
• Demonstrate a professional attitude, excellent punctuality and a willingness to learn

Training Outcome

• There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship

Skills Required

• Creative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• 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 Ranging Between (7:30am- 6:30pm)

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED