Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Level 2- Swadlincote

Derby, DE11 8LG

Ref: VAC-01349

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 31/10/2025

Start Date: 03/11/2025

Working Week: Monday- Friday 37.50 hours per week

Company: Den Nursery Group

Positions Available: 2

Vacancy Detail

We’re looking for a bright, enthusiastic Apprentice Nursery Nurse to join our passionate team at The Old Vicarage Day Nursery and begin an exciting career in early years education.

What You’ll Be Doing:

•Supporting qualified practitioners with daily routines, activities, and care for children aged 0–5

•Learning how to plan and deliver creative, engaging learning experiences

•Building strong relationships with children, parents, and your team

•Helping to create a warm, welcoming, and safe nursery environment

•Studying for your Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Qualification (depending on prior experience)

What You’ll Gain:

•Paid, on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced educators

•A recognised childcare qualification (fully funded)

•Ongoing support from a dedicated training provider

•Opportunities to progress within The DEN Nursery Group

•A caring workplace with wellbeing support, team recognition, and celebration days

Join us at The DEN — where little sparks grow into big futures.

Ready to start your early years adventure? Apply now!

Qualifications required

No experience is necessary — just your enthusiasm and dedication to building a rewarding early years career.

Personal qualities

A genuine passion for working with young children
Commitment to our values, including kindness, inclusivity, and protecting every child’s world

Skills required

A positive attitude and eagerness to learn
Great communication skills and a team mindset

Future Prospects

Opportunities to progress within The DEN Nursery Group

Other Information

Full enhanced DBS required

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
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
• 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 Level 2- Swadlincote