Opportunity
Employer description:
Key Responsibilities
As an apprentice, you will learn on the job while supporting experienced childcare professionals. Duties will include:
- Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing, learning, and development
- Helping to maintain a safe, secure, and stimulating environment
- Assisting with safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Observing and supporting activities linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Monitoring and recording children’s progress, routines, meals, and medication
- Supporting children with individual needs, disabilities, cultural backgrounds, and medical requirements
- Assisting with meal and snack times, including special dietary needs
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, care, and professionalism throughout the setting
This opportunity would suit someone who is:
- Passionate about working with children
- Friendly, caring, and approachable
- Creative and enthusiastic
- Reliable and eager to learn
- Able to use initiative
- Patient and calm under pressure
- A strong communicator
Previous childcare experience or relevant qualifications are welcomed, but not essential.
What You’ll Gain- A recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
- Full workplace training and mentoring
- Real experience in a professional childcare setting
- Career progression opportunities within early years education
- The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives every day
Working in childcare is rewarding, meaningful, and full of opportunities. You’ll help shape young children’s confidence, learning, and development while building a long-term career in a growing sector.
Apply TodayIf you are ready to start your journey in childcare and gain a professional qualification while earning, apply now for this Early Years Educator Apprenticeship in Manchester.