Early Years Apprentice

The Old Barn Day Nursery is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is passionate about working with children and eager to undertake a Level 3 Early Years qualification. To be considered for this Early Years Assistant role, you must have a genuine love for children and a nurturing, caring approach. As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, responsible for a group of key children, planning and completing observations, and ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all children at all times. You’ll be expected to comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework and help create a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment. Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues is central to this role. The nursery is located in a beautiful listed building on Woodmansterne Lane and provides care for children aged 0–3 years, with children progressing to our sister Pre-Prep, located on Banstead High Street. In return, we offer a range of benefits including access to Forest School, uniform, CPD through Noodle Now, 20 days of holiday (plus an additional day for each year of continuous service), childcare discounts, and a refer-a-friend scheme.

Training:

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all 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:

A full-time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
The Nursery is situated in a beautiful listed building on Woodmansterne Lane, and cares for children aged 0-3 years. Children attending our Nursery move onto our sister Pre-Prep, which is located on the High Street in Banstead.

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

Skills:
Administrative skills,Attention to detail,Communication Skills,Creative,Initiative,Logical,Non judgemental,Organisation skills,Patience