Nursery Practitioner Apprenticeship
DAVEY DAY CARE LTD · Northampton, NN7 2EG
Early years practitioner (level 2)
This position offers an excellent opportunity for those studying or progressing towards a qualification in Early Years or Childcare (Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ or equivalent). It provides hands-on experience in a supportive, professional nursery environment with strong mentoring and development opportunities.
The work
- Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing through play-based activities
- Build positive relationships with children and their families
- Work as part of a team to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment
- Deliver fun, interactive learning experiences that support early development
- Encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young children
Training
Day release to take place at Northampton College Booth Lane campus.
Training provider: NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE
What you come out with
Opportunities for progression within Early Years Education.
What they are looking for
- Team working
- Passion for childcare
- Warm, caring & patient
- Good sense of humour
- Commitment to safeguarding
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English 3
- Essential · GCSE Maths 3
Things to consider
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
- Driving licence preferred
Pay extras and benefits
- Employee discount on childcare (50%)
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
The employer
Davey Day Care is committed to providing outstanding early years care in a nurturing and inspiring environment. We value our staff as much as our children and invest in training, development, and wellbeing to support long-term career growth.
Davey Day Care is a well-established private day nursery based in a beautiful rural setting within a converted Grade II listed farmhouse and former dairy. With extensive outdoor grounds and a strong focus on a “home-from-home” environment, the nursery provides high-quality early years care for babies and toddlers.
We are currently working in partnership to welcome enthusiastic and caring individuals who are interested in building a career in Early Years Education.
Workplace
- Davey Day Care, Wootton Road, Northampton, NN7 2EG