Provide hands-on care and support for young children while training toward a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. Support children’s wellbeing, hygiene, play-based learning, and record-keeping; build partnerships with parents; follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies; collaborate with the team and complete required training. Role requires DBS and references.
Are you passionate about early years education and eager to start a rewarding career working with young children?
Colets Nursery is looking for a Nursery Educator Apprentice to join our caring and dynamic team. You'll gain hands-on experience while working towards your Early Years Educator qualification, with the opportunity to join us as a qualified team member upon completion!
What You’ll Gain:
- Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
- Valuable on-the-job training in a high-quality nursery setting
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Future employment opportunities within our nursery upon qualification
Role & Responsibilities: Families
- Build strong partnerships with parents
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Handle feedback professionally and constructively
- Support nursery events and parents’ evenings
- Log daily updates and communicate via the FAMLY app under the guidance of the room leader
Children
- Support children’s wellbeing and comfort upset children with empathy
- Assist with toileting, nappy changing, and hygiene routines
- Encourage independence in daily tasks (dressing, hand washing, etc.)
- Keep play and learning areas clean and tidy
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to learning journals
- Engage actively in play-based learning and social development
- Stay up to date with safeguarding knowledge and training
Team
- Collaborate with your team and room leader to create an engaging environment
- Communicate effectively with team members and follow daily routines
- Always follow our professional code of conduct
Operations
- Follow all safeguarding, health, and safety procedures
- Supervise nap times in line with our sleep policy
- Promote a respectful and inclusive environment
- Embrace change and meet deadlines with reliability
- Complete all required training within the specified timeframes
What We’re Looking For:
- GCSEs (or equivalent)
- The right to work in the UK
- A caring, positive, and adaptable attitude
- A genuine passion for working with children
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
Whether you're just starting or making a career change, this is your chance to grow into a fulfilling role with long-term potential. Start your journey with Colets Nursery today — where every child (and educator!) thrives.
Please note: The job offer is subject to two satisfactory references and a clear enhanced DBS check.
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