At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and development in a fun, engaging environment.
- Company: Join Oaklands Nursery, a friendly and supportive team dedicated to early years education.
- Benefits: Enjoy bonuses, free uniform, lunch, discounted childcare, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a chance to connect with early years professionals.
- 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 15 - 15 £ per hour.
Oaklands 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.
About the Role
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
What We Offer
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
Your Future with Us
- 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
- Initiative & Adaptability
- 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
Training to be Provided
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:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- 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)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
Permanent Role: Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed-term contracts to regular employment.
Apprenticeship Duration: 14 Months
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