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Childcare Apprenticeship - Bournemouth

Little Chicks Nurseries - Little Chicks Nursery and Preschool · England · posted 24 August 2026

Wage
£14,560 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Starts
5 October 2026
Closing date
28 September 2026
Positions
1

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As an Early Years Apprentice, you will become an important member of the nursery team, working alongside experienced Early Years Practitioners to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.

You will gain valuable practical experience across different areas of the nursery, supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through play and age-appropriate activities.

You will work closely with colleagues, children and their parents or carers while developing your knowledge and skills in early years education and childcare. You will receive guidance and support from experienced members of the team while completing your apprenticeship training and working towards your Early Years qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Early Years Apprentice, your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting qualified practitioners with the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities
  • Helping to create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment where children can learn and play
  • Supporting children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development through play and everyday activities
  • Assisting with children's daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and sleep routines where appropriate
  • Building positive and professional relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
  • Supporting practitioners to observe children's development and contribute to accurate records and assessments
  • Helping children develop confidence, independence, communication and positive social skills
  • Supporting the preparation and maintenance of indoor and outdoor learning environments
  • Following nursery policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and children's welfare
  • Working as part of the wider nursery team to provide high standards of care, learning and development
  • Attending apprenticeship training and completing coursework and learning activities as required

Your training

At Shaping Lives, we are dedicated to one mission: helping nurseries like yours nurture future generations through high-quality early childhood education.

As a trusted training provider, we specialise in developing skilled, passionate educators who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children aged 0-5.

Whether you're looking to enhance your current team's skills or recruit new talent, we’re with you every step of the way. Upon completion of this 12 month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship L2 Apprenticeship.

Where it leads

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

About Little Chicks Nurseries - Little Chicks Nursery and Preschool

At Little Chicks, we offer a safe, joyful and nurturing environment for our little ones. Our nursery is designed to feel like a second home, where every child is valued and included. We celebrate successes and empower both our children and staff. Our goal is to equip children with essential skills for learning, life and play, helping them achieve their dreams in the future. We offer endless opportunities for exploration, investigation, and experimentation using freedom within boundaries. Through play, we engage children in learning while showing them respect, love and support. At Little Chicks, we want to give all children a magical early years experience, ensuring they are confident to fly the nest feeling prepared for their next adventure.

Things to consider

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

Skills they're looking for

CreativeInitativeNon judgementalPatienceCommunication Skills

Where you'll work

  • 1 Leybourne Avenue, Bournemouth, England, England, BH10 6ES

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