Childcare Apprentice-Level 2

Base pay range

• Location:
  
  Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom Hampshire
• Job type:
  Part Time Temporary
• Salary: £7.56 Hour
• Contracted
  
  Hours:
  
  30 hours per week

Staff well‑being is valued and nurtured. The provider offers staff opportunities to celebrate their achievements and contributions, including staff nominations on the ‘Each Person’ scheme and special award nights to recognise both individual and nursery achievements. Recent OFSTED feedback compliments this commitment.

• Annual Bonus Scheme – Share in our success with annual profit‑based bonuses each May, as part of our Employee‑Owned Company model.
• Childcare Discount – Up to 60% off childcare at our nurseries to help you balance work and family life.
• Flexible Working Options – Compressed hours can earn you up to 48 extra days off annually, or 24 extra days if you work nine days across two weeks.
• Certified World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 – Recognised for our focus on employee well‑being, positive culture, and career growth.
• 30 Days Paid Holiday – Includes 28 days annual leave plus two extra days, one for your birthday (or a special day of your choice) and one for your wellbeing.
• Free Meals – Enjoy free, freshly prepared breakfasts daily to keep you energised.
• Employee Recognition – Blue Light Card access for savings on shopping, dining and more.
• Reward Platform (Each Person) – Discounts on gyms, cinemas, Cycle2
  
  Work, GP on‑demand, supermarket cashback and employee‑of‑the‑month rewards.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Help with NHS prescriptions, optical care and dental treatment.
• Career Development – Access to training and advancement opportunities to grow your career.
• Travel & Parking Support – Interest‑free loan of up to £500 for travel or parking season tickets.

Are you passionate about working with young children and eager to begin a rewarding childcare career? Join us as a Childcare Apprentice, gaining hands‑on experience while working towards a Level 2 qualification in early years education.

This qualification covers knowledge of children from birth to 7 years, focusing on ages 0‑5, and meets the Department for Education’s Level 2 criteria. You will gain practical experience, be assessed on‑site and complete written tasks, with support from your assessor via an online platform.

Upon completion, you will qualify as a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.

We are proud to be ranked 9th in the prestigious Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK in 2024! We offer fantastic opportunities to develop in a Nursery Career from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships all the way through to Nursery Manager or even to become an Early Years Teacher!

Tops Southsea Nursery is a 60‑place Day Nursery & pre‑school situated in Bruce Road, Southsea. The nursery runs several extra‑curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more!

• Assist in providing a safe environment for children.
• Assist with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery.
• Assist in ensuring the unit is clean and tidy and assist in meal preparation.
• Assist colleagues with developing and maintaining good relationships with local schools, charities and community involvement (e.g. parades, visiting care homes).
• Take children on trips out and assist in picking up from school.
• Be able to support children’s behaviour and act as a role model.
• Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate, including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities.

• Someone who is passionate and enthusiastic about beginning their career in childcare.
• No previous experience or qualifications in working with children required; must be aged 17 or over. This is a 100% work‑based course and college attendance is not required.
• A good work ethic, clear communication, respect and care for both staff and children at all times.

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