At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and development in a fun, engaging environment.
- Company: Future Champions Children's Nursery, a warm and welcoming place for young minds.
- Benefits: Earn bonuses, enjoy free lunch, and receive 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with great career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable qualifications.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths/English or willingness to learn; experience with young children preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25875 - 31625 £ per year.
Future Champions Children's Nursery is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as a key person for a group of children
- Supporting planning, observations, and assessments
- Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
- Creating a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework
- Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
In return for your commitment, we offer:
- £500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year
- Free uniform
- Lunch provided
- Discounted childcare
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now
Supportive Team: You’ll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development.
Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one.
High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training.
Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions.
Working Week: 40 hours a week Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage.
Qualifications Required:
- GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
- Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five.
Personal Qualities:
- Care & Compassion
- Patience & Calmness
- Positive Work Ethic
- Teamwork
- Honesty & Integrity
Skills Required:
- Communication: Verbally and in writing, with children, parents, and staff
- Observation: Noticing and recording children’s development and well-being
- Creativity: Planning engaging and fun activities (arts, music, games)
- Safety & Hygiene: Understanding and implementing health & safety, food hygiene, and child protection procedures
- Organisation: Managing time, resources, and tasks effectively
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed-term contracts to regular employment.
Apprenticeship Duration: 14 Months
Company: Realise Training
Salary: £8.05 - £8.05
Hours: Full-time
Location: Bolton, BL6 6BQ
Job type: Apprenticeship
Posting date: 17 Aug 2026
Closing date: 16 Sept 2026
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