Level 3 Early Years Apprentice

Our small, homely setting is all about nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence through hands-on experiences and a love for the great outdoors. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning, working closely with a supportive team to create a warm and inspiring environment for young children to grow and thrive.

Duties and responsibilites will include: 

• Provide high-quality care and education to young children in accordance with the EYFS framework.


• Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging activities tailored to individual children’s needs and developmental stages.


• Observe, assess and record children’s progress, supporting learning plans and next steps.


• Promote children’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual development.


• Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues.


• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed at all times.


• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming learning environment.


• Support children’s personal care routines, including feeding, toileting and nappy changing where required.


• Encourage positive behaviour and support children’s emotional well-being.


• Work collaboratively as part of the early years team to maintain high standards of practice.

This position is set rurally so staff need to have their own reliable transport to and from the nursery. 

Please note: The start date for this vacancy is an estimate. The nursery is awaiting Ofsted registration and the employer hopes to offer a July or August start for the role/apprenticeship.