Early Years Educator Apprentice

Total Training Provision; Ilkley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A training provider for early childhood education is seeking an Early Years Educator Apprentice to join Riverside Day Nursery in Ilkley. The role offers practical experience caring for children aged 6 months to 4 years, with flexible hours and a supportive environment. Responsibilities include daily care, planning activities, and maintaining safety and cleanliness. Candidates should have GCSE Maths (Grade 4+) and be passionate about outdoor learning. Successful apprentices may be offered a permanent position upon completion.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Supportive team

Casual dress

Hands-on experience

Outdoor learning opportunities

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths (Grade 4+) desirable.
• DBS check required.
• Skills in teamwork, creativity, patience, problem-solving, initiative, customer care, number skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily care including feeding, dressing and hygiene.
• Assist with planning and running age-appropriate activities.
• Follow safeguarding protocols for children's wellbeing.
• Maintain clean and safe rooms.
• Communicate positively with parents and carers.
• Work effectively with the nursery team.
• Engage warmly with children.
• Participate in outdoor activities in all weather.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Patience

Problem-solving

Initiative

Customer care

Number skills

Passion for outdoor learning

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade 4+)

Job description

Early Years Educator Apprentice – Riverside Day Nursery, Ilkley (LS29 9AD)

Closing date : 5 Jan 2026 | Start : 12 Jan 2026

Positions : 2 (1 baby room, 1 preschool room)

Wage : £13,741–£22,222.20

Hours : 35 per week, flexible within 7 : 30am–6 : 30pm, 5 days

Role Overview

Join a warm, supportive nursery and gain hands‑on experience caring for babies (6m–2.5y) or preschoolers (3–4y). Enjoy flexi hours, outdoor learning, dress‑down days, and a friendly team.

Duties

• Support daily care including feeding, dressing / undressing, hygiene.
• Assist with planning and running age‑appropriate indoor / outdoor activities.
• Follow safeguarding and ensure children’s wellbeing.
• Maintain clean, safe rooms; prep areas for the next day.
• Communicate positively with parents and carers.
• Work effectively with the nursery team.
• Listen well, communicate clearly, and engage warmly with children.
• Take part in outdoor activities in all weather conditions.

Training

Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship with Total Training Provision. Learn childcare practice, child development, safeguarding, health & safety, activity planning, and complete assignments with tutor support. 20% of hours spent training.

Requirements

GCSE Maths (Grade 4+) desirable, DBS check required, plus skills in teamwork, creativity, patience, problem‑solving, initiative, customer care, number skills, and a passion for outdoor learning.

About Riverside Day Nursery

A caring, supportive setting where children thrive. The team is friendly and experienced, offering creative activities, outdoor learning, and a flexible, welcoming environment for both staff and families.

Benefits

Flexible hours, supportive team, casual dress, full induction, hands‑on experience, lots of outdoor learning.

Progression

Successful apprentices will be offered a role after completing the apprenticeship.

Contact: Annie McLoughlin – [e-mail] | 07902 755076