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Apprentice Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in a Nursery

MUDDY PUDDLE NURSERY LIMITED · LONDON

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Pay
£8,320 a year
Hours
20 a week
Length
12 months
Starts
1 Dec 2026
Advertised closing date
30 Nov 2026
Openings
1 position
Last checked
4 hours ago

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What you would do

An exciting opportunity to start or continue your childcare career with Parenta Training, working within a welcoming early years setting. Gain hands-on experience supporting children aged 0-5 whilst working towards a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification and developing valuable skills for a rewarding career.

Day to day

  • Support children's learning and development through play and structured activities.
  • Assist in creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
  • Support children's care routines, wellbeing and independence.
  • Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
  • Observe children's progress and contribute to development records.
  • Promote equality, inclusion and positive behaviour.
  • Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and confidentiality procedures at all times.
  • Report any concerns regarding a child's welfare in line with safeguarding procedures.
  • Work as part of a team to provide high-quality care and education.

What you would study

Early years practitioner (level 2)

Training will be delivered through a combination of workplace learning, regular progress reviews and ongoing support from a dedicated tutor at Parenta. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard and will support apprentices in developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to achieve their apprenticeship.

Training provider: PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED

Working week

Monday to Thursday , 8am to 2pm, Varied shifts.

What you need

  • GCSE English and Maths at grade 3/D or above (desired)

Skills they are looking for

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience

After the apprenticeship

Successful apprentices may be offered a permanent position and have the opportunity to progress onto the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.

Where

LONDON, London (SE6).

About MUDDY PUDDLE NURSERY LIMITED

A Nurturing Environment for Young Learners

At Muddy Puddle Nursery Ltd, we prioritise the well-being and development of every child in our care. We provide a range of educational and play-based activities tailored to each age group, allowing children to explore and learn in a fun and safe environment. Our experienced team is dedicated to helping your child thrive.

Things to consider

  • Before applying, please ensure you can reliably travel to and from the employer's location each day by checking public transport routes and travel arrangements before submitting your application.
  • Applicants must have a genuine passion for working with children and be committed to completing their apprenticeship qualification.
  • This role involves regular contact with children and may include regulated activity. The successful candidate will be expected to fulfil safeguarding and child protection responsibilities and maintain professional conduct at all times.
  • As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including two satisfactory professional references, an Enhanced DBS check, right to work checks, identity verification and qualification checks where applicable.

For any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Parenta on 0800 002 9242. Please do not contact the employer directly regarding this vacancy.

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