Early Years Educator Apprentice - Hillside House Hook-A-Gate

Realise Training Group; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Discounted childcare

28 days annual leave (including bank)

CPD and training via Noodle Now

Bonus on qualification

Job summary

Hillside House Nursery - Hook-A-Gate is seeking a warm Nursery Apprentice to join a supportive team in Shrewsbury. You will contribute to children’s learning and development while you complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

The role offers hands-on training, regular supervision and a commitment to safeguarding and well-being. You will work as part of a friendly team, supporting planning and assessments, with progression opportunities into higher levels within the nursery.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for working with children.
• Caring, nurturing and enthusiastic approach.
• Keen to learn and progress in early years education.
• Able to work well in a team and take guidance positively.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a key person for a group of children.
• Supporting planning, observations and assessments.
• Safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing of all children at all times.
• Creating a safe, stimulating learning environment aligned with EYFS.
• Building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Skills

Love for children

Caring

Team player

Eagerness to learn

Education

Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Job description

Shrewsbury, SY5 8BE

Ref: VAC-02593

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 30/10/2026

Start Date: 02/11/2026

Working Week: 40 hours a week Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Company: Hillside House Nursery - Hook a Gate (Bright Stars)

Positions Available: 2

Vacancy Detail

Hillside House Nursery Hook-A-Gate is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice with a genuine passion for working with children and a desire to complete a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

About the Role

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as a key person for a group of children
• Supporting planning, observations, and assessments
• Ensuring the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework
• Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

About You

• Have a genuine love for working with children
• Be caring, nurturing, and enthusiastic
• Be eager to learn and develop within early years education
• Work well as part of a team and take guidance positively

What We Offer

In return for your commitment, we offer:

• Free uniform
• Discounted childcare
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Access to CPD and training via Noodle Now
• Payable bonus upon successful qualification

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

£500 completion bonus and £1000 loyalty bonus after 1 year.

Future Prospects

Permanent Role: Many apprentices are offered permanent positions within their company, transitioning from fixed‑term contracts to regular employment.

Other Information

• DBS and references required, DBS paid for by company

The following transport lines have routes that pass near Lyth Hill

Bus numbers - 27, 435, 544 and 546

Large onsite parking

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.

• 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)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.