Early Years Apprenticeship

POPPIES DAY NURSERY (KNUTSFORD) LIMITED · Cheshire East

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Elmscot Group Day Nurseries and we care for children aged from six weeks to five years in very safe, homely environments. We have nurseries located across Cheshire in Hale, Altrincham, Timperley, Sale, Knutsford and Chester. Poppies Day Nursery can be found on Sugar Pit Lane, just a short walk from the heart of Knutsford. It is situated within a beautiful converted building packed with original features. The bright open rooms create the perfect environment.

40 hours per week between the hours of 7.30am and 6.00pm. Monday to Friday. Apprentices under the age of 18 are only able to work 8 hours per day. There is a 1-hour lunch break, which is unpaid. 40 hours a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Caring

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Caring

Other requirements

An apprentice will build positive relationships with the children, staff, families, and external agencies. Passing Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You will need GCSE English and maths at Grade 4 or above, or Functional Skills will be required.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Upon completion, you will achieve a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and a Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid.

You will be offered a qualified practitioner role within the company, and there will be an opportunity to progress through the company.

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Posted 08 Sep 2026
Apply by 30 Sep 2026

Where you'd be based

WA16 0NH

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