Nursery Practitioner Apprenticeship (17-20 Years Old)
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Pension Scheme |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | HA8 9XA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Shannon ChildCare |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
Apprenticeship Nursery Practitioner
Part Time - 30 Hours Per Week
KEY OBJECTIVES
To work as a member of the nursery team, showing initiative and creativity to foster an environment which encourages the children’s all round development and where high standards of care and safety are provided.
RESPONSIBILITIES - OPERATIONAL
Be a reliable member of a team, working co-operatively and with flexibility. Understand that each child is an individual and have a general understanding of childcare and child development.
Observe each child’s progress and report on achievements looking for progression and continuity. Observe and track children’s progress including written information for Development Files.
Assist with the supervision of children at play (indoor and outdoor) and at mealtimes.
Assist with planning a programme of activities, suitable for the age range of the children, following the guidelines for the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage Principles (EYFS). Provide ideas on the ‘Weekly Themes’ to your Manager, at least one a week.
Understand the ‘Intent’, ‘Implementation’ and ‘Impact’ of each activity undertaken.
Assist with the creation of a stimulating and attractive environment.
Provide wonderment and awe when reading to the children; bring books & poems to life.
Learn to take ‘Circle Time’, nursery rhymes, singing. Give children the opportunity to choose songs. Teach the alphabet, numbers and shape names.
Communicate with the children, use a ‘Narrative Teaching Strategy’ when conversing with babies and very young children. Give children time to respond (20 seconds). Ask ‘open-ended’ questions to the children who are able to communicate.
Extend children’s sentences i.e. “The big, red car”. Expand vocabulary through ‘Picture Reading’ and using alternative adjectives to increase lexis i.e. big, large, huge, vast, enormous etc.
Assist with the care, maintenance and security of all equipment and toys within the nursery.
Assist at mealtimes. Encourage babies and young children to be independent.
Encouraging children to manage ‘Life Skills’ (age and stage appropriate).
Generally help with the clearing and cleaning of the toys and premises.
Opening and closing travel cots for sleep purposes. Ensure children’s correct bedding, blankets and growbags are used.
Generally help with any administrative work when requested.
Learn nappy changing.
Learn bottle feeding.
PERSONNEL
Be punctual and arrive 10 minutes prior to work starting.
Assure your uniform is clean and medium / long hair is tied back. Wear trousers or long shorts and low heel shoes. Use minimal make-up and no facial piercings.
Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
Attend college regularly and produce good quality work.
Be responsible for participating in all self-development activities, including appraisals, etc.
Do online courses as requested by the company i.e. Safeguarding.
Apprenticeship Nursery Practitioner
Part Time - 30 Hours Per Week
KEY OBJECTIVES
To work as a member of the nursery team, showing initiative and creativity to foster an environment which encourages the children’s all round development and where high standards of care and safety are provided.
RESPONSIBILITIES - OPERATIONAL
Be a reliable member of a team, working co-operatively and with flexibility. Understand that each child is an individual and have a general understanding of childcare and child development.
Observe each child’s progress and report on achievements looking for progression and continuity. Observe and track children’s progress including written information for Development Files.
Assist with the supervision of children at play (indoor and outdoor) and at mealtimes.
Assist with planning a programme of activities, suitable for the age range of the children, following the guidelines for the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage Principles (EYFS). Provide ideas on the ‘Weekly Themes’ to your Manager, at least one a week.
Understand the ‘Intent’, ‘Implementation’ and ‘Impact’ of each activity undertaken.
Assist with the creation of a stimulating and attractive environment.
Provide wonderment and awe when reading to the children; bring books & poems to life.
Learn to take ‘Circle Time’, nursery rhymes, singing. Give children the opportunity to choose songs. Teach the alphabet, numbers and shape names.
Communicate with the children, use a ‘Narrative Teaching Strategy’ when conversing with babies and very young children. Give children time to respond (20 seconds). Ask ‘open-ended’ questions to the children who are able to communicate.
Extend children’s sentences i.e. “The big, red car”. Expand vocabulary through ‘Picture Reading’ and using alternative adjectives to increase lexis i.e. big, large, huge, vast, enormous etc.
Assist with the care, maintenance and security of all equipment and toys within the nursery.
Assist at mealtimes. Encourage babies and young children to be independent.
Encouraging children to manage ‘Life Skills’ (age and stage appropriate).
Generally help with the clearing and cleaning of the toys and premises.
Opening and closing travel cots for sleep purposes. Ensure children’s correct bedding, blankets and growbags are used.
Generally help with any administrative work when requested.
Learn nappy changing.
Learn bottle feeding.
PERSONNEL
Be punctual and arrive 10 minutes prior to work starting.
Assure your uniform is clean and medium / long hair is tied back. Wear trousers or long shorts and low heel shoes. Use minimal make-up and no facial piercings.
Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
Attend college regularly and produce good quality work.
Be responsible for participating in all self-development activities, including appraisals, etc.
Do online courses as requested by the company i.e. Safeguarding.