The Ark 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
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.
Apprenticeship Duration
14 Months
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