Nursery Apprentice

Class Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery in Bristol is seeking a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to provide high-quality care and education to children. The position offers a competitive salary between £24,000-32,000 depending on experience, alongside benefits such as professional development opportunities, pension, and generous holiday allowance. Whether you are qualified or willing to gain your qualification through in-house training, this role provides an excellent opportunity to thrive in an outstanding nursery environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Generous holiday allowance

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursery or childcare setting is desirable.
• Willingness to gain Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education to children.
• Plan and implement engaging activities.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Maintain a safe and clean nursery space.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Proficient in English

Ability to create a nurturing environment

Job description

Are you looking to work in a nursery setting and gain your Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare? Then this could be the ideal opportunity for you!!

We are working with an intimate nursery in Redland Central Bristol which places 41 children per day. The nursery are looking to expand their team and recruit a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, or someone wanting to begin their childcare journey.

Benefits of working for us :

• Intimate family feel setting
• Competitive salary from £24,000-32,000 depending on role and experience
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension
• cycle to work scheme

However qualifications are desirable but as the nursery is looking at employing more than one person they will consider an unqualified person who is willing to gain their qualification, through in house training which will be fully funded by the nursery.

You will be joining an experienced team of professionals who strive to provide the best childcare for the children in their care. The nursery is rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted and they offer childcare to children aged 3 months to 5 years. The Nursery is in a spacious Victorian house which has beautiful outdoor space and provides fresh home cooked meals daily for the children and staff.

Ideally this is a full time position but part time hours are available for the right candidate. Typical working hours vary between 8.00-6.00pm.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education to children in a nursery setting.
• Plan and implement engaging activities that promote early childhood development.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive environment.
• Maintain a safe and clean nursery space, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children
• Strong communication skills to engage with children and parents
• Proficient in English, with additional skills in driving considered an asset
• Ability to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children

If this sounds like a role you would be interested in then don’t delay, apply today!!

Company pension

Employee discount

This apprenticeship provides valuable hands‑on experience in early childhood education, fostering skills that will support future career advancement within the childcare sector.