Early Years Educator Apprentice Broughton Cottage
The position is in our Broughton Cottage nursery. This role involves supporting the daily activities within the nursery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children. The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with the lead educators to promote the development and well-being of each child in our care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children.
We will support candidates to undertake an apprenticeship in Childcare alongside working with us in the setting.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development.
- Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child's development.
- Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene.
- Maintain a clean and organised nursery environment, ensuring all equipment is safe and suitable for use.
- Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth.
- Manage behaviour in accordance with nursery policies, promoting positive interactions among children.
- Drive initiatives that enhance children's learning experiences through creative play.
- Writing observations on their key children to create a child's learning journey and support them with their next steps.
Benefits
- Additional leave
- Discounted or free food
- Company events
- On-site parking
Working Week
Monday - Friday shifts between 8-6pm
Qualifications Required
Level 2 qualification in early years preferable
Maths & English GCSE or functional skills but will support if you do not have these.
Personal Qualities
Passionate about working in early years and keen to progress and develop
Caring
Reliable
Skills Required
Team player
Able to support fun leaning activities
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)
Future Prospects
Career opportunity within the nursery and group to develop.
Apprenticeship Duration
14 Months
Company Details
Company: Realise Training
Salary: £8.25 to £8.25 an hour
Hours: Full-time
Location: Kent, TN13 2TD
Job type: Apprenticeship
Posting date: 1 Sept 2026
Closing date: 1 Oct 2026
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