Nursery Apprentice (Earlsfield)

Join a Nursery Where You’re Truly Valued At Abacus Ark, we’re a family-run nursery passionate about providing high-quality childcare in a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment for both children and staff. We’re looking for enthusiastic Nursery Apprentices to join our growing team. If you’re passionate about early years education and want to study/work somewhere that values your wellbeing and career development, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Abacus Ark Nursery?

• Funded Level 3 qualification - with one of our training providers (can take anywhere up to 6 - 18 months - depending on the work you put in!)
• Exciting progression opportunities - once qualification is complete.
• 4-Day Working Week - Work full-time hours across just 4 days and enjoy 3 days off every week for better work-life balance.
• 32 Days Annual Leave (Includes 8 Bank Holidays, 4 Personal Wellbeing Days).
• Medical Cashback Plan - Health Shield plan worth over £1,000 per year.

We invest heavily in our team with:

• First Aid & Safeguarding training
• Access to Flick online learning platform
• Supportive Team Culture
• Mentorship from experienced early years professionals
• Regular support and feedback
• Inclusive and positive working environment
• Team social events and celebrations
• Company pension
• Blue Light Card access with major retail discounts
• Uniform provided
• Mental health and wellbeing support

About the Role:

As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll help create a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. You’ll support daily routines, encourage children’s development, and work closely with colleagues and parents to ensure every child has a positive nursery experience whilst completing your level 3 qualification! Once you complete your course, you will have the opportunity to progress at a higher level in the nursery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily nursery routines and EYFS activities
• Encourage children’s learning and development through fun activities
• Build children’s confidence and independence
• Record observations using our parent communication system
• Work collaboratively with the nursery team
• Communicate professionally with parents and carers
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment

What We’re Looking For:

• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• Genuine passion for working with children
• Previous nursery or childcare experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of safeguarding and health & safety
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Ability to obtain an enhanced DBS check
• Ability to provide 2 references
• Right to work in the UK

If you’re passionate about early years education and want to join a supportive nursery team where you can grow and make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Company Overview

Our mission is to empower every child with the essential tools they need to thrive from day one of school and to discover the joy of learning. We are dedicated to nurturing their Focus, Independence, Resilience, Social Understanding, and Trustworthiness, alongside introducing language, mathematics, and a wider understanding of the world. We seek to ensure children are not only ready to learn but also to shine. We believe in the boundless potential of every child and strive to ignite their passion for learning, helping them grow into confident, capable, and compassionate individuals.