Early Years Apprentice - Level 2 (Term time)

Jakeman Nursery School; Highgate; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Jakeman Nursery School in Birmingham seeks an Early Years Apprentice (Level 2) to join our team. You will support children aged 0-5 within a play-based curriculum, under the guidance of our qualified staff, fostering curiosity and development.

This fixed-term role runs until 31 August 2028 to align with apprenticeship completion, with a start date of 2 November 2026 or 23 November 2026. 36 hours per week, term-time only, in one of two nursery rooms, with a collaborative, supportive team.

Job description

Early Years Apprentice Level 2 - Jakeman Nursery School - TERM TIME ONLY

Grade A - fixed term - 36hrs per week - Start date 2nd November 2026/ 23rd November 2026

We are looking for an Early Years Apprentice (Level 2) to enhance our team to secure outstanding outcomes for all pupils at Jakeman Nursery School. This is a fixed term role until 31.08.2028, to align with the completion of an apprenticeship, including assessment. At Jakeman, we pride ourselves on our creative and holistic approach to pre-nursery and nursery education. Our approach empowers children to make their own choices and helps them to be self-motivated individuals. We offer a play-based curriculum, with the children at the centre of everything we do.

Jakeman Nursery School is in a cluster of 2 nursery schools along with Gracelands Nursery School, and cluster leaders, teachers and practitioners work collaboratively to provide high standards of education. The Nursery Officer will work within a team based in one of the 2 nursery rooms: 2-3year olds or 3-4 year olds. We also have a baby unit for children of 9months-2yr olds. The role is supported by a team of Early Years practitioners, a class teacher, a Nursery Manager, and an Executive Head Teacher. The Nursery Officer will promote and support the vision and direction of the school and the wider Federation of Maintained Nursery Schools.

The Birmingham Federation of Maintained Nursery schools is made up of 9 Nursery Schools delivering inclusive high-quality early education and care to children aged 0-5 years across Birmingham. We have a vibrant and enthusiastic staff of qualified teachers, teaching assistants, nursery officers, play workers, administrators and other support staff who make up our large team.

As well as exceptional and inclusive provision for children and families, we are committed to professional development, and provide opportunities for learning and collaboration across the cluster of 2 schools and the wider Federation.

Our settings are culturally diverse with a large number of languages spoken. We have a reputation for OUR effective support for children with a range of complex special educational needs and disabilities, as well as support for families who may have additional challenges in their lives.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expect our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Suitability checks will be undertaken, including: background, identity, qualification, work history, and at least two professional references. An online search will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates.

Early Years education is undergoing ongoing change and challenge so applicants need to not only be a passionate and committed practitioner but also flexible, resilient and able to contribute innovative ideas.

Closing date: Monday 12th October 2026 @ 9am Interview date: Monday 19th October 2026