Salary £283.13 per week
Duration 15 months
Advert opening date 19/06/2025
Advert closing date 21/07/2025
Little Wellies Nursery has a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or progress in their early years career. Set in the heart of Baildon close to beautiful countryside and the centre of the village. Children get taken out of the setting to explore the wider environment as often as possible and are cared for by experienced staff.
As an apprentice you will be a key member of the nursery team, your duties may include:
Planning and delivering fun and educational activities with the children
Play alongside and with children to support their play
Contribute to children’s records through observation
Assist with the supervision of children at rest times and at mealtimes
Contribute in creating a safe, happy environment for the children
Ensure the play area is clean and tidy at all times
Working alongside outside agencies in supporting the children
Useful qualities to have:
Friendly and approachable
Patient and caring
The ability to interact positively with children and adults
Flexible and willing to carry out a number of different activities within the job role
Reliable
Trustworthy
Motivated
Good time keeping
This position would suit a candidate with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is able to work on their own initiative and is prepared to commit to the work required for an apprenticeship.
Apprentice wage to start with 3 monthly salary increases after probation.
40 hours a week, either 8am-5pm or 9am – 6pm with 1 day a week training day for off the job hours.
Good Maths- A-C (9-4) Grades in maths or equivalent is desired but not essential
Good English - A-C (9-4) Grades in English or equivalent is desired but not essential
Expierence in childcare or early years is desired but not essential
As a work-based training provider, we will provide an exciting individually designed training programme covering:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Diploma
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in Maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
On and off the job training
We will aim to meet your needs and those of your employer, combining theory with hands-on practical experience to ensure you develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours that are relevant to your role.
If you are using public transport to get to this employer, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available.
There is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification with the opportunity to progress to higher level qualifications.
