Early years Educator Apprentice - Hampshire

Every day is different at RAFAKidz Nursery, where you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills while working with children, colleagues, and families in a supportive and passionate environment. Located on station at RAF Worthy Down, RAFAKidz proudly serves military families and the local community, offering unique, child-focused experiences.

As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll work as part of a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and learning for children aged 0–5.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting children’s development Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment Building strong partnerships with parents and carers, and assisting with record-keeping in line with the EYFS and Ofsted requirements

You’ll also gain valuable experience by supporting Key Persons and participating in nursery activities. In return, RAFAKidz offers a range of benefits including 6.6 weeks of holiday, a provided uniform, subsidised childcare, ongoing career development, time off over Christmas, and free flu jabs.

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:

Our apprentices stay with us as Level 3 practitioners.

Employer Description:
Located on station at MOD Worthy Down, we are proud to serve military personnel, families, and the local community by providing experiences that are special, unique, and child focused. We put parents’ priorities and children’s development front of mind ensuring we work together to understand individual needs and requirements. We provide government funded places for two, three, and four year olds.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

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