Job Title: Nursery Apprentice Location: Maldon Salary: Apprenticeship wage (in line with age and national minimum wage) Contract Type: Full Time Apprenticeship Are you enthusiastic, caring, and eager to start a career in childcare? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Nursery Apprentice in Maldon, where you’ll gain hands-on experience while studying towards a recognised early years qualification. Key Responsibilities: * Support the team in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. * Assist with daily routines, creative play, and learning activities. * Help with mealtimes, personal care, and keeping the nursery environment welcoming. * Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. * Learn and apply the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework in practice. What We’re Looking For: * A genuine passion for working with children. * Friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic personality. * Willingness to learn and complete training and assessments. * Good communication and teamwork skills. The applicant: * Classroom experience or training is an advantage but not essential * Be able to communicate effectively with pupils and other staff members * Will be able to create an exciting and safe learning environment * Will adhere to professional education guidelines * Be committed to the school’s objectives and their ethos by following school policies such as behaviour * Must be reliable and responsible with good time management skills Benefits: * Competitive rates of pay * Career progression * Valuable experience within the education profession useful for aspiring teachers * Flexible working pattern * Free training provided with one to one support and advice * Weekly pay If you are interested in this position or any other roles, we currently have available, please click to apply below. Please note: In accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' all candidates must have a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure to work in a school or nursery. If a valid subscription to the DBS Update Service is not held, we will require you to complete a new DBS application. Suitable candidates must hold right to work in the UK