Apprentice Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse

Activate Learning; Banbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Activate Learning is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice in Banbury. The role requires a passion for childcare and provides an opportunity to work within a supportive team while pursuing a Level 3 qualification. Candidates should possess or be working towards a Level 2 Childcare qualification, with competitive support and development opportunities offered.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Free eye tests

Access to a Health Cash Plan

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Flexible working options

Up to 6 weeks paid leave

Free parking and on-site facilities

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Childcare qualification or relevant experience.
• Passionate about caring for children.
• Desirable experience with children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Work 37 hours a week on a rota shift system.
• Support the nursery during the completion of Level 3 Qualification.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Nurturing Personality

Education

Level 2 Childcare qualification

Job description

About the role: Early Years Practitioner

We are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice. If you are the sort of person who has a genuine loving and nurturing personality and continually strives to be the best they can be, and you feel you have the ability to get the best out of the children each and every day we are the nursery for you.

We promote wellbeing across the entire team and adapt a caring approach to everyone who works for us. You will receive support from the nursery whilst completing your Level 3 Qualification.

You will be required to work 37 hours a week on a rota shift system.

What do you need to be successful as an Early Years Practitioner at Activate Learning?

To begin the Level 3 apprenticeship you must either already have a Level 2 Childcare qualification, or have experience that will support you in working towards the level 3.

We're looking for someone passionate about looking after children, who wants to take their first step in this exciting career.

• It is desirable if you have experience working with children aged 3 months to 5 years but this is not essential.
• Up to date knowledge and experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum is preferred, but not essential.
• Level 2 Safeguarding qualification is desirable, but not essential as full training will be provided.

You will also have excellent interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing high quality childcare, and will benefit from being part of a supportive team, working in a varied and interesting role with a variety of opportunities for career development.

We are a great team so if you'd like an informal chat with Helen Collins (Nursery Manager) prior to applying, please do get in touch with us.

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing-and-benefits page

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.