Early Years Apprentice

Storal; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holidays

Paid sick pay

Wellness day off

PayCaptain early access

Job summary

Tiny Tots Nursery, part of the Storal group, is seeking an Apprentice Early Years Educator. The role focuses on applying the Storal curriculum, observing children's learning, and supporting a safe, caring environment for young learners.

Ideal candidates are passionate about child development, patient, and able to work in a team. Full apprenticeship commitment required with DBS processes and safeguarding in place.

Qualifications

• Be 16 or over and have a passion for children.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 2/E or above (or Functional Skills Level 1+).
• Commit to a full apprenticeship programme.

Responsibilities

• Apply the Storal curriculum and our pedagogy daily.
• Identify learning opportunities in routines such as mealtimes and transitions.
• Bond with children and families through meaningful moments.

Skills

Team player

Child development

Communication

Empathy

Education

English GCSE

Maths GCSE

Job description

Nursery: Tiny Tots Nursery School,

Address: Down Grange Farmhouse, Pack Lane, Basingstoke RG22 5SN

Hours: Monday - Friday, Full Time 36 hours

Salary: £8 per hour

Remarkable futures start here.

Our nursery, nestled in a peaceful and tranquil setting. Our beautifully converted red-brick farmhouse provides a calm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe, secure, and ready to learn.

Outdoor learning is at the heart of what we do. Our spacious, walled garden gives our children the freedom to explore, move, and play with friends, while our sensory room offers a cosy, nurturing space for our youngest children. We also make regular use of the neighbouring running track and gardens, further enhancing our outdoor learning experiences.

At Tiny Tots, we celebrate every child's individuality. Our dedicated preschool classroom supports children as they prepare for school-fostering independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Our experienced and passionate team are well known in the local community for delivering outstanding care and education. We take immense pride in everything we do, and we're confident that when you visit, you'll feel the warm, welcoming atmosphere we've worked hard to create.

Who & What is Storal?

It's our collective group of Nurseries that we are happily apart of here at Tiny Tots. Storal stands for high quality outcomes for children and are passionate about Early Years. Your unique self is what makes our Nursery even better. Check out our website to learn about our leaders and the expertise they bring to our Storal community.

About the role:

As an Apprentice Early Years Educator you will be a key part of keep our children safe, loved and inspired to learn. Key activities include:

• Applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily
• Seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions
• Bond with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moment

Essentials

• Are 16 or over, have a passion for children and an aptitude for learning
• Minimum requirements to apply for this role are English and Maths GCSE grades 2 or E or above OR Functional Skills Level 1 or above.
• are able to commit to a full apprenticeship programme.
• are patient and friendly
• By applying for this vacancy, you have given your consent to share your information with the employer on this advert in order for your grades to be confirmed on the HM Government Personal Learning Record Service. Where grades can not be confirmed, certificates will need to be provided by the applicant
• Maximum of 40 minute drive by either car or public transport

About you:

• A true love for child development and care
• Able and willing to work in a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, your peers and parents
• High levels of care and empathy that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity

Benefits

• For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain
• Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more)
• Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more
• Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund
• Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering.
• We pay for your DBS upfront along with reimbursing your annual update service charge
• We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy.

Storal is the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment the encourages feedback-discussion-resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a through compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS.