Childcare Apprenticeship - East Anton

As an Early Years Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced practitioners across our nursery rooms, supporting children aged 0 - 5 years in their learning and development. You will gain valuable hands-on experience in creating engaging activities, supporting children through play, and helping to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Children at Finkley enjoy free-flow access to indoor and outdoor learning spaces, with activities including messy play, imaginative role play, sensory experiences, creative arts, construction, gardening, woodland walks, and local community visits.

You will play an active role in these experiences while developing your own skills and confidence within early years education. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your childcare career with a nursery that genuinely cares about children, families, and your future development. Day-Day Responsibilities: Support children’s learning and development through play-based activities Help plan and deliver engaging activities suitable for different age groups Observe children and assist with planning next steps in their learning Promote children’s communication, confidence, and independence Maintain a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for all children Develop an understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures Support children during indoor and outdoor learning experiences Work as part of a team to provide high-quality care and education Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Assist with daily nursery routines and responsibilities