Early Years Apprentice - Brierley Field Children’s Nursery

Realise Training; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Polo provided

Jumper provided

Coat provided

Job summary

Realise Training in Sheffield is offering an Early Years Apprentice position at Brierley Field Children's Nursery. You will work with 0-5 year olds in an outdoor setting, pursuing a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship, with 20% off-the-job learning integrated into your day.

The role requires a minimum of 32 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with shifts agreed at offer. Salary is £14,560 per year, and the position supports progression within a fast-growing company.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
• Experience working with 0-5 year olds desirable.
• Training to be Provided: employer will provide on-the-job training and 20% off-the-job learning as part of working day.

Responsibilities

• To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years
• To ensure that the nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
• To develop partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child's development
• To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Nursery Manager/Nursery Manager
• To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship, which will lead to a nationally recognised qualification, that is fully transferable to other employers.

Skills

Nature play passion

Organised

Team player

Self-learning

Research and deadlines

Education

GCSE Maths/English or equivalent

Job description

Early Years Apprentice - Brierley Field Children's Nursery

Brierley Field Children's Nursery is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Educator Apprentice with a genuine passion for Early Years Education, working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification. Come and join our beautiful, nursery, where we are providing 0-5 year olds with an exemplary early years learning experience, to help them become the children most likely to succeed in today’s world.

About the Role

As an Apprentice, you'll be tasked with providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children aged 2-5 years, in our beautiful outdoor setting.

Key responsibilities include:

• To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years
• To ensure that the nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
• To develop partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child's development
• To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Nursery Manager/Nursery Manager
• To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship, which will lead to a nationally recognised qualification, that is fully transferable to other employers.

What We Offer

Polo, Jumper and coat provided.

22.4 holidays including bank holidays

Your Future with Us

Supportive Team: You'll join a welcoming team that values your contribution and supports your learning and development

Build Your Network: Connect with early years professionals from day one

High Employability: Most apprentices secure employment or continue further study after completing their training

Career Progression: Many apprentices remain with us in permanent roles, progressing into higher-level positions

Working Week

Minimum of 32 hrs per week Monday to Friday 4 days per week - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.

Experience working with 0-5 year olds desirable

Personal Qualities

Team player, enthusiastic, creative, high-energy, outstanding with children and dedicated to having fun

Skills Required

A real passion for nature play and engaging children with the outdoors

Someone who is highly organised, reliable and a driven team-player

Ability to learn new skills and knowledge

Ability to self learn and research and meet deadlines.

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

Future Prospects

Secure job when qualification is gained, progression potential in a fast growing company.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

Company: Realise Training Salary: £14,560 to £14,560 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Sheffield, S8 7UT Job type: Apprenticeship Posting date: 10 Nov 2026 Closing date: 30 Nov 2026

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