Nursery Apprentice

The Old Station Nursery Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount (based on working hours)

31 days of holiday incl. bank holidays

The National College training and upsk

Perkbox discounts & wellbeing tools

Volunteer day: 1 paid day off per year

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group is seeking an Early Years Apprentice at Minster Yard in York. You will gain hands‑on experience while dedicating 20% of your week to training and formal apprenticeship tasks. Be part of a nurturing setting that supports children's development and family engagement.

You’ll work across 4/5 days, with paid learning time and opportunities to grow within a caring team. This role includes a strong emphasis on safety, hygiene and play‑based EYFS activities.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Dedicate 20% of your week to training and development.
• Help create a warm, fun, safe space for children to thrive.
• Engage children in play-based activities aligned with EYFS.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team as an Apprentice!

Are you looking to start your career in Early Years? At Minster Yard, we’re looking for an Apprentice to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

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

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s 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 (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts andwellbeing 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:£8 - £8 per Hour
Working Hours: 38 hours per week - working across 4/5 days / 20% off your working week will be off thejob learning.
Location: Little Green Rascals Minster Yard,7 Minster Yard,York,North Yorkshire,YO1 7JD

What Being an Apprentice Involves

As an Early Years Apprentice, you’ll be part of a supportive team, learning while making a positive impact in children’s lives. You’ll:

• 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 children’s developmental milestones and keep parents informed with updates.
• Assist with daily routines, maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and care.

What You’ll 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

Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is a truly unique nursery. Our goal at Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is to create a home-from-home environment, offering natural, locally sourced, and organic products whenever possible—ensuring no added nasties in our food or skincare. Our toys and resources are made from natural and sustainable materials, and even our electricity comes from an ethical supplier as we try everything we can do our bit to help our planet. Nestled in the heart of York, we are conveniently located in the heart of York city centre, with our main entrances on The Queen’s Path next to the Minster and on Deangate. We have five rooms - Wiggly Worms, Dancing Dragonflies, Little Ladybirds, Cheeky Hens and Preschool, as well as our own Forest School area. We look after up to 125 children per day from 0-4 years. We don't have any on-site parking, but we have plenty of local bus routes and some great local parking rates through an app if you need this, as well as being only an 8-minute walk from York train station. We have a bike store if you wish to cycle in too. There are some great perks on offer too - your birthday off each year, Perkbox and a veg box, to name a few! We look forward to welcoming you and showing you our amazing setting at Minster Yard!

This 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.