Nursery Apprentice – Little Gems Day Nursery, Cowplain

Job description

Are you looking to train in childcare? A friendly, local nursery in Cowplain, Portsmouth, is looking for a Nursery Apprentice to join their team. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to higher level qualifications.

Responsibilities

Creating warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally

Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding

Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them

Completing all Apprenticeship work as set by Showcase Training Assessor

Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Being aware of the nurseries policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to

Hours and PayThis role is 40 hours per week Monday – Friday. Candidates will be on a wage of £7.55 per hour, increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12 months of employment.

Training

Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard (12 months) OR

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard (18 months)

Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (unless exempt)

Please check that you can travel to this employer on a daily basis before applying. Should you have any queries regarding the role, please contact James on 07715 658042.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Waterlooville

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English