Early Years Educator Apprentice - Future Champions Children's Nursery Chorley
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.
Job Details
Company: Realise Training
Salary: £8.05 to £8.05 an hour
Hours: Full-time
Location: Chorley, PR6 7HE
Job type: Apprenticeship
Posting date: 4 Sept 2026
Closing date: 4 Oct 2026
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
- £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
- Honesty & Integrity
- Initiative & Adaptability
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.
Apprenticeship Standard
- 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)
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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Read more in Chorley employer: Realise Training
High Hopes Day Nursery is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive environment where Nursery Apprentices can thrive while pursuing their Level 3 qualification. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, ongoing training, and a commitment to the well-being of both employees and children, this nursery fosters a warm and inclusive culture. Located conveniently in Macclesfield, employees enjoy benefits such as free meals, bank holiday closures, and a loyalty bonus, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in early years education.
