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Early Years Apprenticeship - Woodley Gardens Day Nursery

Chiltern Training LTD · Reading · posted 3 March 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Starts
2 September 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Morning Setup: Prepare the classroom or play area by arranging furniture, setting up learning materials, and ensuring the environment is clean and safe
  • Welcoming Children: Greet children and their parents as they arrive, helping them transition into the nursery environment
  • Supervision and Safety: Monitor children's activities to ensure their safety and encourage positive interactions among peers
  • Assist with Activities: Support lead staff in planning and conducting educational activities, such as arts and crafts, storytelling, and games
  • Meal and Snack Times: Help with serving meals and snacks, ensuring children eat healthily and follow proper meal routines
  • Hygiene Practices: Supervise children during washing hands and bathroom breaks, promoting hygiene practices
  • Educational Support: Assist in implementing learning activities tailored to the developmental needs of the children (cognitive, physical, social, emotional)
  • Observation and Documentation: Observe children's behaviors and progress, documenting milestones and any concerns for discussion with supervisors
  • Engage in Play: Actively participate in playtime, encouraging social skills and creativity while supporting children’s individual interests
  • Clean-up Duties: Help maintain a tidy, organised space by participating in clean-up after activities and ensuring equipment is stored properly
  • Communication with Staff: Attend staff meetings and training sessions, sharing observations and learning from experienced staff
  • Parent Interaction: Occasionally communicate with parents about their child’s day, reinforcing positive experiences
  • Personal Development: Engage in continuous learning through training opportunities, workshops, and feedback from supervisors
  • These activities can vary depending on the specific nursery and the age group of children being cared for

Your training

  • Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
  • You will attend classes at Chiltern Training Ltd, One Valpy, 20 Valpy Street, Reading RG1 1AR

Where it leads

Once you are qualified you can move onto complete your level 3 Ealry Years. Once you've achieved your Level 3 qualification in Early Years in the UK, there are several job opportunities available to you in the early childhood education sector.

Here are some roles you might consider:

  • Early Years Educator: Working directly with children aged 0-5 in settings like nurseries, preschools, or reception classes
  • Teaching Assistant: Supporting teachers in early years settings, helping with lesson planning and classroom management
  • Nursery Manager: Overseeing the operations of a nursery, managing staff, budgets, and ensuring that the educational standards are met.
    Playworker: Facilitating play activities in various settings, including schools, community centers, and playgroups
  • Childminder: Running your own childminding service, caring for children in your home
  • Learning Support Assistant: Supporting children with additional needs or disabilities, helping them integrate into early years settings
  • Early Years Consultant: Advising early years settings on best practices, regulations, and developmental programs (often requires additional experience or qualifications)
  • Family Support Worker: Working with families to provide guidance and support around child development and welfare

About Chiltern Training LTD

The Nursery is situated in a quiet residential area of Woodley. We occupy a two story Tudor building with a large secure outside space to the rear. The children can ride bikes, play in the sand pit and enjoy a range of different activities on the private and spacious artificial grassed lawn. The children also receive weekly sports coaching and a music and movement session. Our Nursery has a defibrillator in place. We believe this is such an important piece of kit to have to hand in the case of a medical emergency, all staff have received training in how to use a defibrillator.

Skills they're looking for

Organisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessKindnessCaring

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 71 Reading Rd, Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 3AE

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