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Level 3

Childcare Apprenticeship - Chesterfield

Little Petals Nursery · England

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Advertised to close on 30 October 2026. Employers often close early, so apply well before then.

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Pay
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 a week
Length
18 months
Starts
6 Nov 2026
Advertised closing date
30 Oct 2026
Openings
1 position
Last checked
an hour ago

Applications are handled by Little Petals Nursery directly.

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What you would do

Little Petals Nursery are looking for a Nursery Assistant Apprentice, you will be studying toward your Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship qualification.

Day to day

Amazing opportunity to join Little Petals Nursery Nursery. We are seeking to appoint a Nursery Apprentice. You will be joining a nursery where the team are supportive, happy, and enthusiastic about creating amazing experiences for their children.

Your role will include;

  • To assist team members in providing the highest standard of care and education for the children in daily operation of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents
  • To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific needs and requirements
  • To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment
  • To adhere to all Nursery policies and procedures
  • To contribute ideas to planning ensuring children receive high quality of learning and development
  • To always meet health and safety and environmental health requirements
  • Looking after children's day to day physical needs, such as feeding, nappy changing, toilet training and providing a range of fun and stimulating activities from reading stories to messy play

What you would study

Early years educator (level 3)

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 Level 3 Apprenticeship qualification.

Training provider: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

Working week

Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 15:00.

What you need

Skills they are looking for

  • Creative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience,

After the apprenticeship

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

Where

England, Yorkshire and the Humber (S45).

About Little Petals Nursery

Little Petals Nursery is situated in the St Barnabas Community Centre within a purposely built space for a nursery. We have a well-trained, well-experienced team who strive to offer a high quality of care and education to children in their early years.

Things to consider

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

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