EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR – Apprenticeship

Dukes Education Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch daily

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Sancton Wood Nursery in Cambridge, near the train station, is offering an Early Years Educator Apprentice position. You will work with experienced practitioners while gaining hands-on experience toward a recognised childcare qualification.

You'll support the learning and wellbeing of young children in a safe, nurturing EYFS environment, engaging in play, routines and safeguarding to build your skills for a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship towards a recognised childcare qualification.
• Experience working with children preferred but not required.
• Commitment to learning and development in early years.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate learning activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Promote learning, development and wellbeing through play-based and structured experiences.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress for journals and reports.
• Ensure a safe, secure and stimulating environment for all children.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers and maintain professional communication.
• Promote inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities within the setting.
• Support children's personal care routines (toileting, feeding, hygiene).
• Work as part of a team and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns per policy.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and carry out risk assessments as required.

Education

Childcare qualification apprenticeship

Job description

WELCOME TO SANCTON WOOD NURSERY

Are you passionate about giving young children the very best start in life?

If you're looking to begin a rewarding career in early years education through an apprenticeship, we'd love to hear from you. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a recognised qualification, supported by an experienced and welcoming team.

At Sancton Wood Nursery, you'll be part of a warm and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to learn, explore, grow and thrive.

YOUR ROLE

The purpose of this apprenticeship is to provide a valuable opportunity to develop practical skills, knowledge and experience within the early years sector while working towards a recognised childcare qualification.

As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will support the learning, development and wellbeing of young children in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. You will work alongside experienced practitioners to help deliver high-quality childcare and education in line with the EYFS framework.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on experience supporting children through play, structured activities and everyday routines, while developing your understanding of child development, safeguarding, health and wellbeing.

This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and wants to build the skills, confidence and knowledge needed for a successful and rewarding career in early years education.

ABOUT OUR NURSERY

Our newly refurbished nursery is perfectly located near the train station, with convenient on-site bike and car parking.

Sancton Wood Nursery is a nurturing, family-friendly environment supporting children aged 12 months to 4 years, and is celebrated for its outstanding approach to each child's social and emotional development.

Our spacious outdoor garden is a magical space for little explorers. With Forest School sessions, a large climbing frame, a water pump and a sandpit, children have endless opportunities to develop physically, creatively and socially in a safe and inspiring setting.

The nursery operates 48 weeks a year, closing at Christmas, Easter and for two weeks in August.

Staff also enjoy an additional 5 days' holiday plus public holidays that fall outside nursery closure periods.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate learning activities in line with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework.

• Promote children's learning, development and wellbeing through play-based and structured experiences.

• Observe, assess and record children's progress, contributing to learning journals and development reports.

• Ensure a safe, secure and stimulating environment for all children at all times.

• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers, maintaining clear and professional communication.

• Promote inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities within the setting.

• Support children's personal care routines, including toileting, feeding and hygiene needs.

• Work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

• Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns in line with policies.

• Adhere to all health and safety policies, ensuring risk assessments are carried out where required.

MORE THAN JUST A JOB

We invest in you, because you're investing in our children.

When you join Sancton Wood Nursery, you'll become part of the wider Dukes Education community, with opportunities to learn, develop and build your career.

YOUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Continuing professional development, including 4 dedicated INSET days each year

• Dukes Education development and career opportunities

• Help towards healthcare costs

• Free lunch every day, all year round - because happy staff make happy children!

• Free on-site parking

• Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing and financial support

• Gym membership discounts

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Additional 5 days' holiday, plus public holidays that fall outside nursery closure periods

• Super convenient location - just a 2-minute walk from Cambridge Station

• Flexible working hours, with full-time, part-time and bank opportunities available

READY TO START YOUR NEXT CHAPTER?

If you're passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in Early Years Education, Sancton Wood Nursery offers the perfect opportunity to learn, develop and gain valuable hands-on experience.

As an Early Years Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive and nurturing environment while working towards a recognised childcare qualification. You'll develop practical skills, build your confidence and make a real difference to children's learning, development and wellbeing every day.

Start your career with us, learn as you work, and grow into a confident Early Years professional.

Come and join a team where little people make a big difference.