Early Years Apprentice
SAPPHIRE-MINTON NURSERY LIMITED, Stoke-upon-Trent, City of Stoke-on-Trent
Early Years Apprentice
£12,480 a year
SAPPHIRE-MINTON NURSERY LIMITED, Stoke-upon-Trent, City of Stoke-on-Trent
- Part time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted today, 28 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: 18-09-2026 (In 21 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Stoke-upon-Trent, City of Stoke-on-Trent
Full Job Description
Introduction
As an Early Years Apprentice, you will work with practitioners to support children’s care, learning and development. You will help provide a safe, nurturing environment, assist with play activities, support routines, build relationships with children and families, and develop your skills while completing the apprenticeship.
About the Employer
Sapphire Minton Nursery is a new early years setting in Stoke-on-Trent, providing a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for young children. The nursery supports children’s learning and development through play-based activities, daily routines and individualised support, helping children build confidence, independence and positive relationships.
What You'll Do
- Support the care, learning and development of children aged 0-5.
- Provide a safe, secure, inclusive and stimulating environment.
- Support play-based activities and children’s daily routines.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.
- Observe and support children’s development, progress and individual needs.
- Assist with children’s daily routines, including meals, personal care and sleep routines.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies and procedures.
Training Outcome
There may be an opportunity for a permanent position on successful completion of your apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Resillience
- Passionate
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 or above
Course Information
Course: Early years educator (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Friday, daily hours to be confirmed.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: STOKE ON TRENT COLLEGE