Nursery Apprentice

WCI Brokerage; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Tewkesbury is seeking an Early Years Apprentice. In this role, you will contribute to a nurturing environment, dedicate time to training, and support children's development while gaining essential hands-on experience. This position offers a salary of £7.55 per hour and includes various employee perks. We welcome applicants with a passion for childcare and commitment to their personal development.

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

31 days of holiday plus your birthday off

Access to training at The National College

Perkbox discounts and wellbeing support

Paid volunteer day

Bonuses for referrals

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Positive, proactive approach to learning and teamwork.
• Commitment to completing apprenticeship tasks with enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Dedicate 20% of your week to training.
• Create a warm, fun, and safe space for children.
• Engage children in play-based activities.
• Build supportive relationships with children and families.
• Assist with daily routines maintaining high standards of care.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Positive approach to learning

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team as an Apprentice!

Are you looking to start your career in Early Years? At Innsworth , were looking for an Apprentice to join our team.

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

Why Youll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so heres how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus a Christmas closure week and your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community,

Pay

£7.55 per Hour

Working Hours

38 hours over 4 days, 8.00am - 6.00pm. 20% off your working week will be off the job learning.

Location

The Old Station Nursery Innsworth, Imjin Barracks, Innsworth, Gloucestershire, GL3 1ET

What Being An Apprentice Involves

As an Early Years Apprentice, youll be part of a supportive team, learning while making a positive impact in childrens lives. Youll:

• Dedicate 20% of your week to training, with the remainder spent gaining hands-on experience in a vibrant, nurturing environment.
• Help create a warm, fun, and safe space where children thrive.
• Engage children in play-based activities inspired by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Support childrens developmental milestones and keep parents informed with updates.
• Assist with daily routines, maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and care.

What Youll Bring To The Role

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• A positive, proactive approach to learning and teamwork.
• A commitment to completing your apprenticeship tasks and training with enthusiasm.

About Our Nursery

The Old Station Nursery Innsworth provides exceptional childcare in a purpose-built, eco-friendly setting opposite Imjin Barracks. Our purpose-built nursery setting offers spacious, sunlit rooms ideal for exploration, featuring eco-friendly elements like a sedum roof and rainwater harvesting. Outside, our expansive garden exhibits a mud kitchen, vegetable garden, and engaging outdoor activities our children love. To locate The Old Station Nursery Innsworth, follow signs to HQ ARRC and turn opposite Imjin Store. Situated directly across from Imjin Barracks and just 5 minutes from the A40. There is parking available onsite next to Costcutter.

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, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.