Muddy Puddles Nursery - SE6 2BX - Apprentice required

Nursery Apprentice – Earn While You Learn Catford, SE6 2BX £8.00 per hour (Apprenticeship Wage) Part Time | Monday

• Thursday from 8am to 2pm. Do you love working with children and want to start a rewarding career in Early Years? Join a warm, friendly nursery team in Catford and gain hands-on experience caring for and supporting children aged 0–5 years - all while earning a salary and working towards a nationally recognised qualification. This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to begin their childcare career in a supportive environment where you’ll learn, grow, and make a real difference every day. What You’ll Get: Earn while you learn Full training and support throughout your apprenticeship A dedicated personal tutor to guide you No need to attend college - training is completed at your workplace A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification Real experience working in a nursery setting Career progression opportunities in childcare and education Your Role: As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll help create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive. You’ll support the team with: Planning fun and engaging activities Supporting children’s learning and development Helping with mealtimes, play, and daily routines Building positive relationships with children and families Maintaining a safe and caring environment Observing and supporting children’s progress Every day is different, and you’ll play an important role in helping children grow emotionally, socially, and educationally. About the Apprenticeship: Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification Training delivered virtually alongside your practical experience Apprenticeship duration: approximately 12–20 months Full support provided from day one What We’re Looking For We’d love to hear from you if you are: ✔ Passionate about working with children ✔ Friendly, caring, and reliable ✔ Eager to learn and develop new skills ✔ Able to travel to the nursery location You’ll also need: GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), or willingness to complete Functional Skills support alongside the course Access to a laptop/computer with internet access To have lived in the UK for at least 3 years for apprenticeship funding eligibility The role is for an Apprenticeship: Starting pay: £8.00 per hour (Apprentice Minimum Wage) Progression: If aged 19+ and continuing beyond the first year, pay will increase to at least the applicable age related National Minimum Wage from year two. Performance and annual reviews may apply thereafter. Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers are subject to references, enhanced DBS checks, and right-to-work verification. Start your journey in Early Years today and build a career that makes a difference every single day.