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Realise Training; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 9,800 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Birthday day off

Discounted childcare

Uniform

CPD fund

Social events

Job summary

Realise Training is recruiting for an Early Years Educator Apprentice at The Nursery School Storrington. The role supports children aged 0–5 while working toward a Level 3 Childcare qualification over 14 months, with on‑the‑job training provided by Realise and 20% off‑the‑job learning included.

The role involves flexible hours, teamwork with experienced staff, and commitment to safeguarding and inclusion policies.

Qualifications

• Experience with children aged 0-5 years preferred but not essential.
• GCSE Level 4 or above in English and/or Maths is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality, honesty and integrity.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with children, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support the nursery daily operations and help maintain a warm, welcoming learning environment.
• Assist with planning and preparation of activities to meet each child’s needs.
• Record observations and assist in monitoring learning and development.
• Supervise meals and mealtimes, including basic preparation for babies as needed.
• Adhere to Allergies and Sleep Policies and promote inclusion and equality.

Skills

Passion for children

Reliable and flexible

Teamwork and collaboration

Confidentiality and integrity

Initiative and independence

Education

GCSE English/Maths (preferred)

Experience with 0–5 years (preferred)

Job description

Early Years Educator Apprentice The Nursery School Storrington

As an Apprentice Educator at The Nursery School Storrington you will work as a team to help support the nursery as it grows into a truly fascinating setting for our children, whilst studying towards a Level 3 Childcare qualification.

During your apprenticeship duties will include;

• To work within the ethos of our Nurseries and provide a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment, where children feel secure.
• With the guidance of the Senior and Qualified practitioners to ensure the well-being, care of all the children and support their access to learning (including those with additional needs).
• To assist with the planning and preparation of activities, to meet children’s individual needs, liaising with parents and negotiating working targets ensuring effective communication within the nursery.
• To assist in providing learning experiences that challenge and enable children to grow in confidence and independence within a stimulating environment.
• To nurture positive relationships and role modelling positive behaviour with children ensuring their emotional well-being to promote their confidence and self-esteem.
• To assist in the recording of observation, assessment, monitoring, and record keeping of children’s learning and development using a variety of methods and to inform planning.
• Supervisions of meals and mealtimes, and where appropriate additional preparation of food/bottles for babies to ensure safer eating.
• To adhere at all times to the Allergies and Allergic Reactions Policy as well as the Sleep Policy to safeguard children with allergies and whilst sleeping.
• To understand and promote inclusion and equality policies and procedures
• To be a reliable member of the team, working co-operatively and with flexibility.
• To work flexible hours as requested by the Manager.
• Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Nursery Manager and The Company Directors

At The Nursery School Company we create an encouraging environment where you can thrive and accomplish things that you may have never thought possible.

We offer

• Generous Holidays – from 31 days a year inclusive of bank holidays
• A day off for your birthday
• Discounted Childcare
• Uniform
• CPD fund
• Social events

And more!

Working Week

30 hours a week, Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed

Qualifications Required

Experience with children aged 0-5 years preferred but not essential.

GCSE Level 4 or above in English and/or Maths is preferred but not essential.

Personal Qualities

A passion for working with children.

To be reliable, flexible and work cooperatively.

Skills Required

Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality, honesty and integrity.

Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Ability to communicate and engage effectively with children, families and colleagues.

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Future Prospects

Our commitment to our employees is to ensure you are fully supported in reaching your potential. We continually invest in you and your development which is paramount to our success.

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months

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Company: Realise Training

Salary: £8.66 to £8.66 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Pulborough, RH20 4EE

Job type: Apprenticeship

Posting date: 17 Sept 2026

Closing date: 17 Oct 2026