Childcare Apprentice - Bournemouth

Seaward Day Nursery (listed under ITAVERO LTD) is recruiting a Nursery Assistant / Level 3 Childcare Apprentice based in Bournemouth. The role is full-time (32 hours per week, Monday to Friday, typically between 08:15 and 17:30) with a start date listed as 11 December 2025.

You will work directly with children aged approximately 1-4 years and support the day-to-day running of the nursery, including caring, nappy changing, and delivering planned activities.

As an apprentice you will study with PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED toward the Early Years Educator Level 3 qualification. Training includes regular off-the-job study (20% of working hours), safeguarding, health and safety, planning and assessment, inclusive practice for SEND/EAL children, and professional development.

The listing also notes career progression opportunities and access to in-house and external training; a training summary references an 18-month apprenticeship duration in one section but the advert summary states "1 year".

Benefits include 28 days annual leave (pro rata), access to a pension scheme, a staff welfare scheme and a provided uniform. The role is based at 61 Seaward Avenue, Bournemouth (BH6 3SJ). The vacancy reference is VAC1000349030.

The advert notes the closing date is guidance and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.