Nursery Practitioner Apprentice

Coombe House School; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is seeking a dynamic Nursery Apprentice to join on a full-time, term-time only basis. This is an opportunity to start or further a career in Early Years while gaining hands-on experience and working toward an Early Years qualification.

Applicants should be passionate about young children, reliable, and eager to learn. The role supports children through play, fosters teamwork, and emphasizes safeguarding and professional development within the Aurora Trust.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent essential
• A full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification essential
• Or demonstrate competence to progress onto the Level 3 programme

Responsibilities

• Support learning through play and activities with children
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children
• Create and maintain high-quality records and teamwork

Skills

Language & communication

Active listening

Record keeping

Team working

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4-9)

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Progress to Level 3 programme

Job description

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated Nursery Apprentice on a full-time, term-time only basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to begin or further develop their career in Early Years and complete an Early Years qualification while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in a supportive nursery environment.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you have a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development
• you are keen to work towards an Early Years qualification (or a already enrolled on a relevant apprenticeship programme)
• you are enthusiastic, reliable and committed to learning new skills
• you enjoy working as part of a team and building positive relationships with children, colleagues and families
• you share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• you demonstrate patience, creativity and a willingness to support children's learning through play

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of Growth, Perseverance, Positivity, and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious well‑equipped and well‑resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi‑academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high‑street shops and health and well‑being support

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent essential

A full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification essential

Or must be able to demonstrate sufficient competence and relevant qualifications to progress directly onto the L3 programme

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to essential
• Ability to demonstrate active listening skills essential
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals, both verbally, and in writing essential
• Ability to create and maintain high‑quality and accurate records essential
• Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines essential
• Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the nursery and school team essential
• Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner essential

Experience

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children

Experience of working in a team

Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Experience/Knowledge

Working knowledge of legislation relevant to working with young children essential

Demonstrable understanding of the Early Year's Foundation Stage essential

Personal Attributes

A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethos essential

A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethos essential

Glenleigh Park is a school that can offer exceptional professional development opportunities, high levels of support and the chance to make a real difference to pupils’ outcomes. We work closely with other schools in our Trust and there are many opportunities to share ideas and learn from each other. Glenleigh Park is a fun, exciting and supportive place to work. We set ourselves ambitious targets and know these can be achieved by working together.

In our recent Ofsted inspection (December 2023) we were praised for our welcoming and inclusive community ethos. That is reflected in the warm, trusting relationships between staff, pupils and parents. The report said that "staff deeply care about pupils’ well‑being and provide bespoke support to enable them to thrive."

Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Key Role Information

£13,455.00 (for the first year), then NMW

Job type Full Time

Contract type Fixed Term

Closing 02/10/2026 00:00

Interview w/c 05/10/2026

Contract term TTO - Term time only

Pay grade Apprenticeship rates, dependent upon age

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery
Gunters Lane
Bexhill on Sea
East Sussex
TN39 4ED