Early Years Apprentice

Storal; Woodville; On-site; GBP 9,600 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holidays

Paid sick pay

Wellness day off

PayCaptain advance pay

Childcare discount

Funding for training

Job summary

Storal Woodville is inviting applications for an Apprentice Early Years Educator role at Woodville Nursery School, offering 36 hours per week at £8 per hour. The post focuses on safeguarding, learning through play, and supporting children from six weeks to five years across two sites.

You will join a dedicated team delivering the Storal curriculum, engaging with families, and developing your practice through a full apprenticeship program with DBS up-front support and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 16+ years old with a passion for children and a learning aptitude.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 2/E or higher or Functional Skills Level 1+.

Responsibilities

• Apply the Storal curriculum and pedagogy daily.
• Identify learning opportunities in everyday routines (mealtimes and transitions).
• Build bonds with children and families through meaningful moments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interest in children

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Functional Skills Level 1+

Job description

Nursery: Woodville Nursery School

Address: Blacksmith's Lane, Woodville, Derbyshire DE11 7EF

Hours: Monday - Friday, 36 hours

Salary: £8 per hour

Remarkable futures start here.

Hi, we’re Tammy and Amanda, Nursery Managers at Woodville.

We know that every child is unique, with their own story to tell. That’s why we ensure each child learns in a way—and at a pace—that’s just right for them. Every day at Woodville, we encourage children to be inquisitive and imaginative in our rich and stimulating learning environments. In doing so, they soon develop a real love of learning and a naturally curious mind.

Our nursery is spread across two fantastic settings.

At our Blacksmith's Lane site, we offer all-year-round care for children from six weeks to five years old. At our brand-new Moira Road preschool, we provide sessional care for children aged two and over.

Across both locations, we are proud of our highly experienced team, who bring a wealth of early years knowledge—including Forest School qualified educators. Each room is carefully curated to meet the developmental needs of its age group, offering inspiring and nurturing environments for every stage.

Outdoor learning is a core part of our approach. Children spend dedicated time in our outdoor areas, connecting with nature and enjoying a variety of enriching outdoor experiences.

Who & What is Storal?

It’s our collective group of Nurseries that we are happily apart of here at Woodville. Storal stands for high quality outcomes for children and are passionate about Early Years. Bringing your whole self is a must if that’s pink hair, being Neurospicy or having a unique pastime, we encourage it all. 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 moments

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.

And much much more

Curious to know more?

We’d love to tell you more about what makes Woodville so special.

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.