Early Years Apprenticeship
Start your childcare career with Tiny Toez and learn while you work in a supportive, friendly nursery environment.
Apply Now →Start your journey in early years
Our Early Years Apprenticeship is ideal if you love working with children and want to gain real nursery experience while working towards a childcare qualification.
Learn on the Job
Gain hands-on nursery experience while being supported by experienced practitioners.
Support Children
Help children play, learn, explore and build confidence throughout the nursery day.
Build Your Skills
Develop your knowledge of early years care, safeguarding, routines and child development.
Grow Your Career
Use your apprenticeship as the first step towards becoming a qualified practitioner.
Apprenticeship opportunities across selected nurseries
Apprenticeship opportunities may vary by nursery. Please select your preferred location when applying.
East Valley
Stoke-on-Trent
Treehouse
Stoke-on-Trent
Tamworth
Tamworth
Tividale
Tipton & Tividale area
Cannock
Cannock Chase
East Staffordshire
East Staffs
Early Years Apprenticeship Job Description
This role is perfect for someone caring, enthusiastic and ready to begin a career supporting children in their early years.
Key Responsibilities
- Support children with play, learning and daily routines.
- Assist qualified staff with activities and nursery care.
- Help create a safe, clean and welcoming nursery environment.
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
- Follow nursery policies, safeguarding guidance and health and safety procedures.
- Work towards your early years qualification with support from the team.
What We’re Looking For
- A caring, patient and positive attitude.
- Interest in working with babies and young children.
- Willingness to learn and take guidance.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliability and professionalism.
- No previous childcare qualification required to start.
Why start with Tiny Toez?
Earn While You Learn
Gain real nursery experience while working towards a childcare qualification.
Supportive Mentors
Learn from experienced practitioners, room leaders and nursery managers.
Career Pathway
Progress towards becoming a qualified Early Years Practitioner.
Friendly Teams
Join a caring nursery environment where staff support each other.
Real Experience
Build confidence through hands-on learning with children and families.
No Weekends
Typical nursery working patterns are Monday to Friday during nursery opening hours.
Apply for an apprenticeship
Complete the form below and our team will be in touch about current apprenticeship opportunities.
Find your next role with Tiny Toez
We’re always looking for caring, enthusiastic people to join our nursery family. Explore our current opportunities below and apply online.
Childcare Manager
Lead a nursery team and help create a warm, high-quality environment for children and families.
Apply NowEarly Years Practitioner
Support children’s learning, care and development in a friendly nursery setting.
Apply NowEarly Years Practitioner
Join our East Valley team and help little learners feel safe, happy and confident.
Apply NowEarly Years Practitioner
Be part of a nurturing nursery team where every day brings something different.
Apply NowNursery Room Leader
Lead a room, support practitioners and help deliver excellent early years care.
Apply NowEarly Years Practitioner
Help children learn, play and grow as part of our welcoming Tamworth nursery team.
Apply NowEarly Years Practitioner
Support children and families in a busy, friendly and rewarding nursery environment.
Apply NowEarly Years Practitioner
Join our Cannock team and make a real difference in children’s early years journey.
Apply NowA nursery family built around care, trust and happy childhoods
At Tiny Toez, we believe children thrive when they feel safe, understood and excited to explore. Our nurseries are warm, welcoming spaces where little ones can build confidence, make friends and enjoy learning through play every day.
A Safe Place to Grow
Calm, caring environments where children feel secure, settled and supported.
Warm, Nurturing Care
Kind, experienced teams who get to know every child as an individual.
Learning Through Play
Fun, meaningful activities that encourage curiosity, independence and imagination.
Over 20 years of helping children feel safe, happy and ready to thrive
Tiny Toez has grown from a passion for nurturing early years care into a trusted nursery family supporting children, parents and communities across the Midlands and London.
Every nursery has its own local feel, but they all share the same Tiny Toez values: warm relationships, safe spaces, playful learning and genuine care for every child.
Childcare that feels personal, supportive and full of opportunity
From the first visit to every milestone after, our teams work closely with families to make nursery life feel calm, happy and reassuring.
Experienced nursery teams
Friendly, qualified staff who understand how to help children settle, grow and shine.
Strong parent partnerships
Clear communication, regular updates and a joined-up approach between nursery and home.
Local nurseries with heart
Each setting has its own community feel while sharing the same Tiny Toez values.
Learning through play
Creative, age-appropriate activities that build confidence, curiosity and independence.
Every child deserves a happy start
Choosing a nursery is one of the most important decisions a family can make. That's why we focus on creating environments where children feel secure, valued and excited to learn every single day.
Through caring relationships, engaging activities and strong partnerships with parents, we help children build confidence, independence and a genuine love of discovery.
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See the smiles, activities, celebrations and everyday moments from across our nursery family.
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Staffordshire County Council have updated their flowchart for childcare funding options, making it much easier to see what support you might be entitled to! 👶✨
Whether you’re looking into funded hours for working parents (from 9 months to 4 years old), universal 15 hours for 3–4 year olds, or Think2 funding, here is how to check your eligibility and claim:
How to Claim Your Funding:
1️⃣ Check what you can get: Visit the government’s Childcare Choices website (childcarechoices.gov.uk) or Staffordshire County Council’s childcare page to view the new flowchart.
2️⃣ Apply for your code: If applying for Working Parent Entitlement or Think2 funding, complete your application online to receive your unique eligibility code.
3️⃣ Take your code to your childcare provider: Give your code, along with your National Insurance number and child’s date of birth, to your nursery, pre-school, or childminder so they can verify it.
4️⃣ Reconfirm every 3 months: Don't forget—if you're on the Working Parent Entitlement, you must reconfirm your details via your online account every 3 months to keep your funding active! 🗓️
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The Tigers had an amazing time today! The children shared so many creative ideas, from baking cakes to adding animals to the messy play tray and so much more. 🐯🍰🎨 #creativity #play #childrensclothing
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The children in the Tiger group had such a blast participating in water play today! 🐯💦☀️ #children #waterplay #fun
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Explorers room headed out on a nature walk to our local park today, where we had a great time collecting conkers and other natural treasures! 🍂🌳✨ #explorers #nature #park #conkers
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🍂🌿 Autumn Adventures at Tividale Park! 🌿🍂
Our pre-school children had a wonderful autumn adventure. We wrapped up warm and headed out on an exciting autumn hunt to explore what nature had to offer. 🍁
They enjoyed searching high and low for colourful leaves, twigs, conkers and pinecones 🌰🍂🌿, collecting lots of wonderful natural treasures to bring back to nursery.
We’ll be using our finds in our loose parts play, mark making, art and craft activities, giving the children opportunities to explore, create and use their imaginations with natural resources. 🎨✨
#TividalePark #AutumnHunt #OutdoorLearning
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⚽ KICKSTART YOUR WEEK WITH FOOTBALL FUN! ⚽
Did you know that every week, our little superstars take to the field for our high-energy, fun-filled Weekly Football Sessions? 🏃♂️🏃♀️✨
It’s so much more than just kicking a ball around—our sessions are specially designed to help children build confidence, make friends, and stay active while learning the fundamentals of the game! 🏆
Here’s why the children love our football sessions:
🌟 Confidence & Teamwork: Children learn to encourage each other, share, and work as a team.
👟 Motor Skills & Coordination: Fun drills and games develop balance, agility, and body awareness.
😁 All Smiles & High Fives: Designed for all skill levels, ensuring every child feels like a champion!
🧠 Focus & Discipline: Following simple rules and instructions through engaging, age-appropriate games.
Watching the children beam with pride when they score a goal or master a new skill is the highlight of our week! ❤️
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Caring people make all the difference
Behind every Tiny Toez nursery is a team of warm, dedicated early years professionals who care deeply about helping children feel safe, happy and confident.
From nursery managers to practitioners, apprentices and support staff, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Dedicated Team Members
Across our nursery family, supporting children every day.
Nursery Settings
Each with its own caring team and local community feel.
Years of Experience
Growing with families and supporting little learners.
Kind words from our Tiny Toez families
Real feedback from parents helps new families feel confident when choosing the right nursery.
The new nursery manager has been an absolute breath of fresh air. Since taking over, their fresh leadership, approachable nature, and clear vision have made a noticeable difference across the entire setting. Communication with management is warmer, more transparent, and proactive, making us as parents feel completely supported and involved.
The dedicated practitioner team continues to excel under this renewed direction. The room environments are engaging, organised, and nurturing, with activities carefully tailored to each child's individual needs. Daily photo updates and progress tracking via the app give us complete peace of mind while at work.
Our child has grown tremendously in confidence, communication, and independence. We are so grateful to the new manager and staff team for creating such a thriving, high-quality setting. We highly recommend them!
Special shout out to Jackie who had both our babies from early on. Sophie, Jon, Moo and Ro x
Overall a fantastic nursery, he skips into the nursery and looks forward to every day he goes there, which as a parent is the most important thing. The nursery staff have been excellent from when he was 12 months old to now 3 years old in developing his life skills, vocabulary, learning ability etc.
The classrooms are large with plenty of things for the children to do and the playgrounds are also very good.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Tiny Toez.
CHILDCARE FUNDING
Help with Childcare Costs
Many families are eligible for government-funded childcare and support schemes. Here’s a quick guide to what may be available.
15 Hours Funded Childcare
Families in England with children aged 3 to 4 years can access 15 hours of funded childcare per week during term time.
30 Hours Funded Childcare
Eligible working families may be able to access up to 30 hours of funded childcare for children aged 9 months to 4 years.
Help with Childcare Costs
You may be able to reduce childcare costs through Tax-Free Childcare or claim back up to 85% through Universal Credit.
Our Nursery Locations
East Valley, Sneyd Green, Stoke-On-Trent, ST1 6HT
Our East Valley nursery in Stoke-on-Trent offers a welcoming, purpose-built environment where children can learn, play, and grow. We provide high-quality early years education for children aged 0–5 in a safe and nurturing setting.
Westfield, Normacot, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 4RF
Our Westfield nursery provides a caring and inclusive environment, supporting children of all abilities to thrive. With a strong focus on development and wellbeing, we help every child build confidence and independence.
Treehouse, Bentilee, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 0HW
Treehouse is a vibrant and engaging setting where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and develop through play. Our experienced team create a fun and supportive space that prepares children for their next stage.
East Staffs., Burton On Trent, Stafford, DE14 2NJ
Our East Staffordshire nursery combines professionalism with a warm, friendly atmosphere. We support children’s development through structured learning and creative play in a safe environment.
Cannock Chase & Hednesford, Cannock, Staffs, WS11 5BU
Located in Cannock Chase, this nursery offers a stimulating environment where children can grow and learn with confidence. Our dedicated team focus on delivering high-quality care and early years education.
Tamworth, Basin Lane, Tamworth, B77 2AH
Our Tamworth nursery features bright indoor spaces and engaging outdoor areas to support every stage of development. We create a balanced environment where children can learn, play, and build independence.
Tipton & Tividale, Tividale Street, Tipton, DY4 7SD
Tividale provides a welcoming and well-equipped environment where children feel safe, happy, and supported. We offer a wide range of activities designed to encourage curiosity, learning, and confidence
Lords & Ladies, Stourport, Worcestershire, DY13 8RJ
Lords & Ladies is a well-established nursery offering a warm and caring setting for young children. With a focus on development and wellbeing, we help children grow in confidence and independence
Hunter House, Hazel Grove, Feltham, TW13 4DN
Our Hunter House nursery in London provides a nurturing environment designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning. We support each child’s development through engaging activities and personalised care
👉 Our Staffordshire Nurseries
- East Valley
- Westfield
- Treehouse
- East Staffs
👉 Our Midlands Nurseries
- Cannock Chase
- Tamworth
- Tividale
- Lords & Ladies
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