Nursery Apprentice

onlyFE; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme

Annual leave 30 days + 8 bank holidays

Health and wellbeing provision

Employee assistance programme

Occupational health support

Free eye tests

Free parking

Job summary

The Sheffield College is seeking a Nursery Apprentice to join our nurseries. You will work as part of the nursery team, gaining skills and knowledge to provide high standards of care in line with EYFS and Every Child matters frameworks.

You will undertake training, support activity planning, and assist with safeguarding responsibilities while developing essential early years experience within a supportive college environment.

Qualifications

• Training and development to work as part of nursery team.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to undertake)
• Experience with safeguarding and early years frameworks (EYFS) would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Respond to individual needs of children in the Nursery.
• Supervise children during arrival and departure.
• Prepare and clear the Nursery area and maintain materials stocks.
• Contribute to activity planning and development of the nursery program.
• Maintain records as required by Ofsted and the nursery’s procedures.

Job description

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

Job Description

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About The Role

The Sheffield College is a large, vibrant and diverse further education college and we are proud of how the college contributes to transforming lives through learning by meeting local skills needs. As a Nursery Apprentice you will undertake training/ experimental development to gain the skills and knowledge to work as a member of the nursery team to ensure that high standards of care are provided. You will promote and create an educationally stimulating environment in accordance with Every Child matters and the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and all development areas: Physical, Cognitive, Emotional and Social.

Main Responsibilities

• Respond to individual needs of the children accepted into the Nursery
• Supervise the children arriving/leaving the Nursery
• Prepare and clear up the Nursery area
• Ensure through the Area Nursery Manager/Nursery Coordinator, that adequate stocks of materials exist
• Undertake the Paediatric First Aid qualification and once qualified undertake duties within the Nursery approved code of practice
• Contribute the planning and development of activities
• Gain experience of undertaking and maintaining records as required by Ofsted Registration legislation
• Collect and record the taking of refreshment monies
• Maintain in good order all toys and equipment
• Develop excellent communications and relationships with children, parents and staff

From time-to-time these responsibilities may be reviewed so that they evolve as part of the college’s strategic growth and success. You may also be required to take on other tasks related to the job to support the College in the delivery of its strategic aims, without changing the role's main purpose.

Cross College Responsibilities

You may be required to participate in cross-college teams and working groups on key projects. You may need to attend relevant internal committees and groups. You will act as a role model to colleagues, ensuring that the responsibilities of the post are carried out in line with the College’s FREDIE+ values and behaviours.

Student Related Responsibilities

• Anyone who has regular contact with children and young people in their day-to-day responsibilities must ensure they are safe. You will work with the Safeguarding Team, ensuring concerns regarding students/apprentices are shared in a timely, accurate manner
• You will be involved in supporting college open days, during the exam season student enrolment, and any other required events.

Other Responsibilities

All staff are responsible for ensuring the college provides a safe and sustainable environment for students, staff and visitors. You will support this by :

• Understanding and undertaking the specific responsibilities for their role as documented within the Health and Safety Policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection Regulations.

Ensure that environmental sustainability is a key consideration in the actions we take, working towards the college’s environmental strategy and net zero ambition.

If you want to find out more about the role please contact Abbey Hayes - Head of Nursery Services, [e-mail]

What We Can Offer You

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of £26,748 per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Our Benefits

• Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with NEST
• Annual leave - 30 Days (222 hours)+ 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
• Health and wellbeing, we offer
• Employee assistance programme through Bupa
• Occupational Health through PAM
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses

Further information can be found on our Benefits and Career Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact [e-mail]

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant , we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date

9th September 2026