Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Liverpool, L31 8BW

Ref: VAC-02339

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £320.00 per week

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 31/07/2026

Start Date: 10/08/2026

Working Week: 40 hrs per week - Monday to Friday Hours to be arranged

Company: Little Chicks

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

At Little Chicks we are passionate about continuous professional development, ensuring our team is equipped with the knowledge and skills to support every child in reaching their full potential. Our dedication extends beyond learning—emotional security is at the heart of our approach.

As an early years apprentice you will;

Support children's development through play
Assist in the delivery of the EYFS foundation stage
Prepare and set up activities
Help children develop
Observe children's progress
Follow all safeguarding procedures
Support children with additional needs

Qualifications required

GCSE grade 4 and in above in Maths and English is desireable but not essential

Personal qualities

Enthusiastic and motivated
Friendly and approachable
Conscientious
Responsible and trustworthy
Reliable
Kind
Caring
Passion for child development

Skills required

Good Communication skills
Organised
Punctual
Able to work as part of a team

Future Prospects

Progression to Early Years Level 3, Room Leader, Nursery Manager

Other Information

Little Chicks is based in the Maghull area of Liverpool, ideally located for Maghull, Kirkby and Lydiate

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

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Early Years Practitioner Apprentice