Early Years Educator Apprentice - Oaklands

Oaklands 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:

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.

Training Outcome:

Permanent Role: Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed-term contracts to regular employment.

Employer Description:
Oaklands Nursery is a private day care nursery located in Tonbridge. The Nursery is situated in a beautiful converted house with spacious grounds and is conveniently located for both local residents and commuters to London. We are open full-time from 7:30am – 6:30pm, caring for children from 3 months to 5 years. Our philosophy is that every child we care for deserves a calm, caring, safe and stimulating environment in which to learn.

Working Hours :
41 hours a week Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage.

Skills:
Communication Skills,Initiative,Organisation skills,Patience,Team working