At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's development through engaging activities and creative play.
- Company: Join a caring team at Yew Trees Nursery in beautiful Somerset.
- Benefits: 28 days leave, health cash plan, training opportunities, and more!
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with a focus on equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Passion for childcare and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
Are you looking for a career in childcare? Would you like to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Are you passionate about giving the next generation the best start in life? We are looking for a caring and dedicated person to join our fantastic team and help us ignite children’s curiosity and ensure every child thrives. You will play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging activities as you learn and grow in the field of Early Years Education. You’ll collaborate with the team to provide activities that inspire creativity in the children under your care.
This post is for a Level 2 or 3 Apprentice based at our Yew Trees Nursery setting in Tarnock.
About the setting: The Nursery is surrounded by fields and open countryside located on a large site in a rural part of Somerset with large outdoor play areas. This gives children limitless possibilities to explore and learn, through a play‑based curriculum which focuses upon being outdoors.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process; all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and are required to provide two suitable references.
Apply today to be part of something special!
Benefits:- Westfield Health Cash Plan to help with everyday health costs
- 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities to help you grow
- Monthly employee raffle
- Discounted gym membership to support your health and wellbeing
- A complimentary one-night hotel stay at one of our locations
- Savings on childcare in our Early Years Settings and Children’s Holiday Club
- Discounted hire of our wedding and events venue
- Access to confidential counselling services
- Employer contributions to your pension scheme
- Exclusive charity worker discounts
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are striving to be a care leaver‑friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
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