Early Years Apprentice - Puddleducks
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Job summary
Puddle Ducks Nursery in Putney, part of Bright Stars Nursery Group, is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and achieve a Level 3 Early Years qualification. As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will join a friendly, supportive team and work in a unique setting with access to 60 acres of woodland for forest school activities.
The role includes planning support, safeguarding, and following the EYFS framework to create a safe, inclusive
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
- Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Responsibilities
- Be part of a friendly, supportive, and experienced team
- Work in a setting with access to 60 acres of woodland for forest school activities
- Act as a key person for a group of children
- Support planning, observations, and assessments
- Ensure safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children
- Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
- Help create a safe, fun, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
Skills
Education
Job description
Puddle Ducks Nursery in Putney, part of Bright Stars Nursery Group) is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and achieve a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
As an outstanding nursery that provides high-quality training and a strong support network to help you grow into an exceptional early years professional.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will:
Be part of a friendly, supportive, and experienced team
Work in a truly unique setting with access to 60 acres of woodland for forest school activities
Act as a key person for a group of children
Support planning, observations, and assessments
Ensure the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
Help create a safe, fun, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
Why Join Bright Stars?
At Puddle Ducks we firmly believe our team are our best asset.
We offer:
Full apprenticeship training and ongoing support
Nursery uniform provided
Free lunches
Cycle to work scheme
Day off for your birthday! Plus extra day for each year of continuous service
Access to a healthcare scheme
£1,000 loyalty bonus after 1 year
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to start a rewarding career in Early Years, we’d love to hear from you.
Working Week
40 hours per week Monday to Friday - 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.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Personal Qualities
A BIG smile!
Sense of humour
Friendly
Enthusiasm and patience
Willing to progress
Skills Required
Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
Organisation
An attentive and compassionate nature
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 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: Realise Training Salary: £10.80 to £10.80 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: London, SW15 1NR Job type: Apprenticeship Posting date: 28 Oct 2026 Closing date: 27 Nov 2026
Puddle Ducks Nursery in Putney, part of Bright Stars Nursery Group) is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and achieve a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
As an outstanding nursery that provides high-quality training and a strong support network to help you grow into an exceptional early years professional.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will:
Be part of a friendly, supportive, and experienced team
Work in a truly unique setting with access to 60 acres of woodland for forest school activities
Act as a key person for a group of children
Support planning, observations, and assessments
Ensure the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
Help create a safe, fun, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
Why Join Bright Stars?
At Puddle Ducks we firmly believe our team are our best asset.
We offer:
Full apprenticeship training and ongoing support
Nursery uniform provided
Free lunches
Cycle to work scheme
20 days holiday, plus an
Day off for your birthday! Plus extra day for each year of continuous service
Childcare discounts
Annual Christmas party
Access to a healthcare scheme
£500 completion bonus
£1,000 loyalty bonus after 1 year
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to start a rewarding career in Early Years, we’d love to hear from you.
Working Week
40 hours per week Monday to Friday - 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.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Personal Qualities
A BIG smile!
Sense of humour
Friendly
Enthusiasm and patience
Willing to progress
Skills Required
Good communication skills
Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
Organisation
An attentive and compassionate nature
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 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship
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