Nursery Apprentice

The Old Station Nursery Group; Portsmouth; Ibrido; GBP 9100 - 13.000; Tempo pieno

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Free childcare for first month

52% discount on childcare based on hrs

Holiday entitlement 31 days

Birthday off

Training access via National College

Volunteer day per year

Perkbox discounts & Blue Light Card

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The Old Station Nursery Group invites applications for an Early Years Apprentice at Stubbington Lodge, Portsmouth. You’ll learn on the job from experienced colleagues while supporting children’s play and early development in a welcoming setting.

No prior experience required; you’ll receive dedicated apprenticeship training, a generous 40-hour week, and off-the-job learning. We offer extensive staff benefits, including childcare support and well-being resources, as you grow your career in early

Competenze

• No prior experience required; apprenticeship provided.
• Strong desire to work with children and learn in a supportive team.
• Commitment to completing apprenticeship training and developing skills.

Mansioni

• Help create a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels included.
• Support play and learning inspired by children's interests and EYFS.
• Learn about child development, noticing and celebrating progress.
• Build caring relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Assist with everyday routines, including meals, personal care and rest.
• Develop understanding of safeguarding, hygiene and safe practice.
• Complete apprenticeship training and tasks, applying learning on the job.

Conoscenze

Curiosity

Kindness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

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Join Our Team as an Early Years Apprentice

Start your career helping little humans grow - while growing yourself

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing -little humans and big humans alike. As an Early Years Apprentice at Stubbington Lodge, you’ll learn alongside experienced colleagues, build practical skills, and help children discover the world around them.

You don’t need to arrive with all the answers. Bring your curiosity, kindness, and willingness to learn, and we’ll support you as you find your feet.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.
• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.
• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.
• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.
• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You’ll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.
• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: £8 - £8 per hour.

Hours:40 hours Monday to Friday. 20% of your working week will be dedicated to off-the-job learning.

Location

Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge
45 Stubbington Avenue
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO2 0HP

Where You'll Be Working

The Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge team is proud to be rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. A former family home that has since been refurbished, we have continued the family feel at our Portsmouth nursery, where attentive staff engage with children through meaningful play experiences and discussion to really understand what makes each child unique. We’ve maximised our outdoor space to create an inviting and engaging learning environment. Children can explore water, a sand pit, plants and a mud kitchen, and we provide various resources to support all areas of learning as part of our holistic learning approach. Taking care of animals and their environment is a keen topic for our children. They enjoy providing clean soil and cutting and preparing food for our pet African Land Snails and are supervised in handling them with care. The nursery is located just off the A2047 London Road, on Stubbington Avenue, opposite Beresford Road.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll learn through a combination of dedicated training and hands-on experience, with colleagues beside you to explain, demonstrate, and help you build confidence.

One moment you might be helping children explore textures or build a tower. The next, you could be learning how familiar routines help children feel safe and settled.

With guidance from your team, you’ll:

• Help create a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels included and encouraged
• Support play and learning inspired by children’s interests and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Learn about children’s development, noticing and celebrating the steps they take
• Build caring relationships with children, families, and colleagues, learning how to share updates about each child’s day
• Help with everyday routines, including mealtimes, personal care, and rest
• Develop your understanding of safeguarding, hygiene, and safe practice
• Complete your apprenticeship training and tasks, putting your learning into practice along the way

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. As an apprentice, that means taking responsibility for your learning, treating others with kindness, and being willing to ask questions and try something new.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in working with children and a willingness to learn.

You’ll bring:

• Kindness, patience, and curiosity about how children learn and grow
• A positive approach to teamwork and getting involved
• Reliability and care in the things you do
• Openness to feedback and the confidence to ask for help when you need it
• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship training and developing your skills

Whether you’re taking your first steps into work or exploring a new career direction, we’d love to hear what draws you to Early Years.

Apply Today!

Ready to discover what you’re capable of while helping children do the same?

Bring your enthusiasm, your questions, and your own story. We’ll help you take the next step.

If you have any questions about the role, our Recruitment Team will be happy to help at [e-mail].

Please note: we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.