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Childcare Apprenticeship - West Ham

Barney Bears Nursery Ltd · England · posted 12 October 2026

Wage
£17,680 a year
Hours
42 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
16 December 2026
Closing date
9 December 2026
Positions
1

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We are looking for candidates who are reliable, with great determination, motivation and enthusiasm. Someone who is flexible and able to work as part of a team, with good communication skills. Shows a willingness to learn further by attending training. You'll be able to support and encourage the overall development of the children by ensuring their well-being, development and individual need are being met at all times and to safeguard all children within our care. You will assist in learning and implementing appropriate activities and learning opportunities for age specific children with the ability to adapt accordingly to the children’s individual needs, interests, abilities, understanding etc.


Your role will include; 


  • Plan and implement appropriate activities to meet the needs of the children's age and stage of development.
  • Ensure children are safeguarded at all times.
  • Ensure the company's Values and Visions are upheld.
  • To maintain detailed records of the children’s day-to-day activities to ensure daily handovers can take place between practitioner and parent/carer
  • To follow the room routines and instructions given by the room leader and management

Benefits include; 

  • Barney Bears Nursery - West Ham is located within the Grassroots Centre, in Memorial Park. Being within the park gives more space and easier access to a more natural environment for the children and also staff on breaks.
  • We are located within a 5 min walk from West Ham train station with direct links to the District Line, Jubilee, DLR and C2C services.
  • Staff to entitled to annual leave throughout the year. Well-being days are often awarded to staff throughout the year also, to take and use on top of their annual leave as additional days off from work.


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 L3 Apprenticeship.

Where it leads

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

About Barney Bears Nursery Ltd

Barney Bears Nursery was established in April 2004. Barney Bears Nursery prides itself on word of mouth and our reputation. We have an overwhelming demand and a healthy waiting list. We have nurseries across the boroughs of Newham and Barking and Dagenham. The company continues to grow and develop.

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 judgementalPatience,

Where you'll work

  • Memorial Avenue, London, England, England, E15 3DB

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