Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Little Heroes Thames Ditton

Employer Little Heroes Nursery Thames Ditton
Job Type Apprenticeship
Closing Date 30/11/2026
Positions available 1
Job Location Thames Ditton, KT7 0NB
Wage Information £288.00 per week
Potential Start Date 07/12/2026

A Brief overview of the role

Little Heroes Nurseries Ltd offers an exciting Level 2 Early Years apprenticeship opportunity to support children up to age five in a fun, nurturing environment. You'll help deliver engaging play-based activities, support learning and development, monitor progress, and provide high-quality care that helps every child thrive.

Skills we would like you to have

Effective teamwork
Able to use own initiative
Professionalism
Communication

Qualifications Required for the role

Applicants should have a good level of English

Personal qualities we would like you to have

Caring and compassionate
Patience
Adaptable
Creative and enthusiastic
Have a genuine passion for early childhood development
Reliable and punctual

Job Description

At Little Heroes Nursery Thames Ditton, the fundamental principle is to provide an environment and experience for children to be happy. By providing a balance between education; encouragement and fun, they believe that they offer a safe environment for children to express themselves and enjoy their early years.

As an early years apprentice, your duties will include;

• Carry out daily care routines to support children's health, wellbeing, and development.
• Plan and deliver engaging learning activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to support their next steps in learning.
• Build positive relationships with parents and maintain effective communication.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to a safe and secure nursery environment.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, parents' evenings, and open days.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

We require a team member who:
- has a genuine passion and enjoyment for working with children
- has a commitment to safeguarding and will support the nursery in its high standard of safety and safeguarding (an enhanced DBS check will be required)
- is willing to work as part of a team
- has a friendly personality with a flexible and calm approach

Future Prospects

We can offer progression into a full time Nursery Practitioner role following successful completion of a childcare qualification.
Progression routes include; Room Leader, Floor Leader, Deputy and Nursery Managers.

Other Information about this role

Applicants should be prepared to provide or undergo Paediatric First Aid training, Safeguarding and Child Protection training, and complete a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).