Nursery Apprentice (Nursery)

The Babraham Institute; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 13,780 - 16,843; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Training and development opportunities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

26 weeks maternity leave at full pay

50% discount on Stagecoach travel

Employee discounts and wellbeing platform

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Cambridge is seeking a Nursery Apprentice to supervise young children and support their development. This role involves working four whole days a week while completing an Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship. The candidate will enjoy a supportive environment, with training opportunities, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and onsite benefits including gym and social activities. Starting salary is from £15,312 per annum, with a commitment to diversity and excellence in childcare.

Qualifications

• Experience or a strong desire to work with children in a nursery setting.
• Ability to support children's social, physical, and emotional development.
• Commitment to completing relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of children during nursery hours.
• Support child's development in various aspects.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Supervision of young children

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage Framework

Effective communication

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Job description

We are seeking a Nursery Apprentice to work as part of the Babraham Nursery team to provide supervision of young children whilst aiding their development socially, physically and emotionally. The successful candidate will build upon individual knowledge in all aspects of nursery care and of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework whilst completing a Level 2 or 3 in an Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship. The successful candidate will work four whole days 08.45-17.45 (Monday to Thursdays)/17.15 (Fridays) with 1 hour paid lunchbreak each day in nursery and they will have a 7-hour paid college day each week.

• Free parking
• Training and development opportunities
• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and 3 Christmas closure days (pro rata if applicable)
• 26 weeks of maternity leave at full pay and enhanced paternity and shared parental leave
• 50% discount on Stagecoach travel
• Onsite bar, gym and tennis court, social club and countryside walks
• Employee discounts and wellbeing platform
• Nursery lunch provided

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 31st March 2026.

However, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on the volume of applications received.

The Babraham Institute welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

The Babraham Institute holds a silver Athena SWAN award and is committed to promoting and developing a culture of excellence, diversity and mutual respect that supports the Institute’s ambitions and attracts highly motivated and talented people. The Babraham Institute abides by the principles of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme and has a positive approach to employing disabled people.

Department: Nursery

Hours: 39 hours (including study release)

Salary: Starting salary is from £15,312 per annum (£7.55 per hour)