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Childcare Apprenticeship - Bristol

Ambourne House Day Nursery · Bristol · posted 29 July 2026

Wage
£21,840 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
26 August 2026
Closing date
19 August 2026
Positions
1

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We are seeking dedicated and passionate Nursery Practitioners to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with children. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young learners. Your ability to communicate effectively and manage daily activities will be essential in fostering the development of each child in your care.

Day-Day Responsibilities:

  • Support the care, learning and development of children aged 0–5 years
  • Assist in creating a safe, caring and stimulating learning environment
  • Promote children's wellbeing by following safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times
  • Support the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
  • Assist with planning and delivering engaging learning activities
  • Observe children's progress and contribute to learning journals and assessments
  • Develop positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
  • Support children's individual needs and encourage their social, emotional and physical development
  • Work effectively as part of the nursery team
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, health and safety throughout the nursery
  • Attend apprenticeship training sessions and complete all required coursework

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 18 month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Early Years Educator apprenticeship Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Where it leads

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

About Ambourne House Day Nursery

Our nursery provides a safe environment where children can explore, experiment, plan and make decisions for themselves. Our ethos has always been to promote a loving, caring and totally inclusive environment that nurtures children’s unique qualities and potential, thus empowering them to become lifelong learners.

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

CreativeNon judgementalPatienceTeamworkingCommunication Skills

Where you'll work

  • Gloucester Road, Patchway, Bristol, BS34 6ND

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