East Dereham Day Nursery is open all year round, closing on Bank Holidays and 1 week between Christmas and New Year. Our opening hours are 07:30-18:00.
Your working hours would be discussed at interview.
Duties of the role will include:
* To help create and develop, with other members of staff, a stimulating environment to meet the needs of the individual child, being aware of the requirements of different age groups.
* To plan stimulating experiences for all children within the room and cater for all their individual stages of development.
* To establish positive relationships with all members of the nursery team, children and their families.
* Keep up to date with current legislation relating to working with young children.
* Support your team members and maintain a happy team environment.
* Take an active part in Nursery projects and special events.
* To participate in regular fire drills and ensure that procedures are correctly carried out in the event of an evacuation.
* To be responsible for your own learning of The Early Years Foundation Stage
* To be prompt and responsible for your own timekeeping and follow our policies and procedures.
* To provide a responsible and good example to children, parents and staff
We are situated in the heart of Dereham so easily accessible by car or bus. We are a busy setting; accommodating children between 6 weeks and 4.5 years. At the East Dereham Day Nursery we provide high quality childcare and pre-school education which is available to all families in our local community.
In return we can provide you with the opportunity and support to study and gain a level 3 recognised early years qualification with our dedicated training provider.
We would ideally like students who have received previous experience with preschool children and ideally have already gained a level 2 recognised early years qualification as this qualification will be a level 3, however we would be willing to take on an individual with strong desire to want to support and help children, a joy and enthusiasm to work with children, good communication skills and the right energy if they did not have a Level 2 qualification.
The East Dereham Day Nursery is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects our staff to support this commitment.
COVID-19 considerations:
Full risk assessments and covid procedures to be explained as part of the induction process
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/10/2025
Reference ID: Apprentice Nursery Nurse