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Apprentice Childminder

Gemimas House Childminding · Loughborough · posted 3 November 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Starts
30 November 2026
Closing date
18 November 2026
Positions
2

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

  • Support with play activities learning through play, outdoor adventures and weekly farm visits
  • Assist with mealtimes
  • Assist with daily routines
  • Setting up and setting down
  • Plan activities
  • Complete one to one support
  • Complete learning journeys
  • Track development
  • Ensure all children are engaged and activities are inclusive to all their needs at all times

Your training

  • Attendance to Loughborough College one day per week.
  • Apprenticeship session to assist with portfolio building and preparation for End Point Assessment.
  • Diarised visits from dedicated Trainer/Assessor.
  • Attendance to Loughborough College for an Induction Day. (Induction to take place on the last Wednesday of the month that you are enrolled, 9:30am-3pm. Confirmation of date provided upon enrolment)
  • Attendance to Loughborough College for Functional Skills (if required).
  • On-the-job training.
  • Off-the-job training.

Where it leads

Progression to L3 Early Years Educator after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About Gemimas House Childminding

Gemima's House Childminding is a warm, friendly and busy home-from-home setting based in Loughborough. We provide high-quality, nurturing care for children aged 0-5 years. I was recently inspected by Ofsted in March 2026 where I received a very positive report with  STRONG grading across the board.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths (grade 4/C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 51 Buckingham Drive, Loughborough, LE11 4TD

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