At a Glance
- Tasks: Support childcare and education in a nurturing environment while gaining valuable experience.
- Company: Tiny Tinkers, an Outstanding-rated family-run nursery dedicated to quality care.
- Benefits: Receive excellent training, flexible hours, and the chance to grow in your career.
- Other info: Work in a supportive team with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in early years education.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above required.
The predicted salary is between 27255 - 30000 £ per year.
Introduction
Tiny Tinkers Childminders are looking for a caring, committed and personable individual who will support their nursery to deliver an exceptional standard of childcare and education within a safe, home‑based environment.
You will receive excellent support and training as you work towards your Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship.
About the Employer
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Tiny Tinkers is a husband and wife team working with assistants, to support the care and learning needs of the children.
Tiny Tinkers constantly strive to develop and improve the quality of the setting by all team members undertaking regular training, which helps them to support the children’s needs.
As a family run business they aim to provide a safe and stimulating environment where children feel valued and included.
They offer a wide variety of activities both planned and free choice which include indoor and outdoor activities, including regular outings that reflect the children’s interests.
They work closely with the children’s parents to provide flexible care, which helps the children to have consistency of care and make effective progress.
What You'll Do
- Preparing the learning environment – setting up play areas, organising resources, and ensuring classrooms, toys, and learning materials are ready before children arrive.
- Welcoming families – greeting parents and children, supporting smooth drop‑off routines, taking attendance, and noting any daily instructions from guardians.
- Supporting planned activities – assisting with arts, crafts, music, storytelling, and other structured sessions that promote early language, creativity, and motor skill development.
- Supervising outdoor play – monitoring children closely on outdoor equipment, encouraging safe exploration, and maintaining a secure play environment.
- Promoting social development – helping children learn to share, cooperate, take turns, and resolve minor conflicts calmly and respectfully.
- Guiding small groups – supporting small groups during independent play or simple structured learning activities, ensuring engagement and inclusion.
- Assisting at mealtimes – helping younger children feed themselves, encouraging healthy eating habits, and maintaining a calm, positive mealtime routine.
- Nappy changing and toileting support – providing safe, respectful care during nappy changes and supporting children with toilet training in line with safeguarding and hygiene standards.
- Promoting good hygiene – encouraging regular handwashing, especially before meals and after outdoor play, and modelling good hygiene practices.
- Supporting rest and nap times – setting up sleep mats or cots, helping children settle, and maintaining a calm environment during scheduled rest periods.
- Maintaining cleanliness and safety – disinfecting toys, tables, and high‑use equipment throughout the day, and completing end‑of‑day cleaning tasks such as sweeping, vacuuming, sorting resources, and preparing the room for the next session.
- Training Outcome
- Apply to be a Senior Nursery Worker
- Become an Early Years Teacher
- Move into a management position in a nursery
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Patience
Qualifications
Essential – GCSE – English & Maths – 4 (or C and above)
- Course Information
- Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)
- Level: 2
- Route: Education and early years
- Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
- Working Arrangements
Working Week: 4 days per week, flexible Monday to Friday, with hours scheduled between 9:30am and 5:00pm. Flexibility is required as this role is within a childminding setting.
- Expected Duration: 1Year
- Training Provider: ACHIEVEMENT TRAINING LIMITED
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Level 2 Early Years Apprenticeship in Plymouth employer: Tinky Tinkers Childminders
Tiny Tinkers Childminders is an outstanding employer that prioritises the growth and development of its team members in a nurturing, family-run environment. With a strong commitment to training and support, employees can expect to enhance their skills while contributing to a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children. The flexible working arrangements and emphasis on collaboration make it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful employment in early years education.
Contact Details:
Tinky Tinkers Childminders Recruitment Team
