Apprentice Level 2 Nursery Assistant

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Multi-Academy Trust in the UK is looking for an Apprentice L2 Nursery Assistant to support young children's education and care. The role involves working with children aged 0-5 years and requires candidates to have at least one year’s experience in childcare settings. Successful applicants will work towards a Level 2 qualification while contributing to a nurturing, stimulating environment. This position offers excellent career development opportunities and a supportive team ethos.

Benefits

Opportunities across the MAT to enhance skills

Excellent career development opportunities

Exceptional CPD provision

Supportive working environment

Friendly, enthusiastic children

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s experience of working with young children in a good or outstanding setting.
• Ability to support nursery management in providing high-quality care and education.
• Outgoing, confident, and friendly personality.

Responsibilities

• Work with children aged 0–5 years old.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum.
• Provide day-to-day care and education in a stimulating environment.

Skills

Experience with young children

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 qualification in child care and education

Job description

POST: Apprentice L2 Nursery Assistant

LOCATION: Tinywoods Preschool

SALARY: £7.55 per hour

HOURS: 30 hours per week (9am-3:30pm Mon-Fri), Term time + training days

Fixed Term for 12 months (or the duration of the apprenticeship course)

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is an established Multi‑Academy Trust of primary and secondary academies across the West Midlands.

Our reputation is built on our core values of innovation, collaboration and inspiring individuals within our care.

We believe that every person who passes through our doors deserves the very best that we can offer. Everyone who works with and for the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust does so because they believe in children and want their futures to be happy and successful.

The position offered is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated candidate to join our team and work towards a level 2 Nursery qualification. You will be working with children aged 0–5 years old. You will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, be outgoing, confident, flexible, friendly and have good communication skills within our team.

The successful applicant will:

• Be required to have at least 1 year’s experience of working with young children in a good or outstanding setting.
• Work towards a level 2 recognised qualification in child care and education.
• Have the ability to support the nursery management in providing high‑quality and effective day‑to‑day care and education for children by providing a caring and stimulating environment full of opportunities and experiences for the children and families to learn from and explore.
• Be able to work as part of a team of qualified and experienced Nursery practitioners and assistants.

We can offer:

• Opportunities across our MAT to enhance skills and experience
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Exceptional CPD provision
• A supportive working environment and team ethos
• Friendly, enthusiastic children

We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students. Our aim is to foster a working culture that recognises and reflects the importance of good mental health and wellbeing and provides effective support when colleagues need it.

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post‑holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.

Closing Date: Wednesday 31st December 2025

We reserve the right to close this post early.