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Nursery Apprentice


Job Location:

Walton on Thames - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 16765 - 16765
Posted: 24 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 22 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job description

Modern Apprentice Early Years

Toad Hall Nursery

Are you looking to start a career in Early Years return to work or make a meaningful career change

At Toad Hall Nursery we welcome applicants from 17 years old who are passionate about supporting childrens learning and development.

We are recruiting enthusiastic Modern Apprentices to train alongside our experienced childcare professionals while working towards a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.

What will I gain from an apprenticeship

  • Hands-on job-specific skills in a professional nursery setting

  • The opportunity to be part of childrens first five years of learning and development

  • Supporting children with daily routines care and wellbeing

  • Creating fun engaging experiences in a safe and nurturing environment

  • A nationally recognised qualification while earning a wage

No previous childcare experience is required - we value transferable skills from other roles and life experience and full training and support will be provided.

How will I train as an apprentice

You will work 40 hours per week Monday to Friday with 20% of your time dedicated to off-the-job learning.

This includes supported study time to complete tasks set by your Assessor with guidance from both your training provider and our experienced nursery team.

If you havent studied for a while dont worry well support you every step of the way.

Benefits of being a Modern Apprentice at Toad Hall Nursery:

  • Earn while you learn 16765 per annum

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Staff referral scheme

  • Annual Christmas Party

  • A supportive and welcoming team environment

What does the future look like after my apprenticeship

Once qualified youll have the opportunity to apply for Nursery Nurse roles advertised internally with the potential to build a long-term career within our growing Nursery Group.

Many of our apprentices continue to progress and develop their careers in Early Years with us.

Is there anything else I should know

Before confirming a start date we will complete pre-employment checks including:

  • Two satisfactory references

  • An Enhanced DBS check

If youre caring reliable and ready to start a rewarding career wed love to hear from you.

Toad Hall Nursery nurturing children and growing careers.


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion colour national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Job requirements

What are the role expectations

  • Supporting children with daily routines such as meals playtime naps and personal care

  • Following nursery policies safeguarding procedures and health & safety guidance

  • Expressing an interest in child development and learning

  • A passion for the Early Years sector

And much more!

On-site
  • Walton on Thames
16765 per year
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