Are you passionate about early years education and eager to start a rewarding career working with young children?
Colets Nursery is looking for a Nursery Educator Apprentice to join our caring and dynamic team. You'll gain hands-on experience while working towards your Early Years Educator qualification, with the opportunity to join us as a qualified team member upon completion!
What You’ll Gain:
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Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
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Valuable on-the-job training in a high-quality nursery setting
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Supportive and friendly team environment
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Future employment opportunities within our nursery upon qualification
Role & Responsibilities: Families
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Build strong partnerships with parents
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Maintain confidentiality at all times
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Handle feedback professionally and constructively
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Support nursery events and parents’ evenings
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Log daily updates and communicate via the FAMLY app under the guidance of the room leader
Children
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Support children’s wellbeing and comfort upset children with empathy
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Assist with toileting, nappy changing, and hygiene routines
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Encourage independence in daily tasks (dressing, hand washing, etc.)
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Keep play and learning areas clean and tidy
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to learning journals
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Engage actively in play-based learning and social development
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Stay up to date with safeguarding knowledge and training
Team
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Collaborate with your team and room leader to create an engaging environment
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Communicate effectively with team members and follow daily routines
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Always follow our professional code of conduct
Operations
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Follow all safeguarding, health, and safety procedures
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Supervise nap times in line with our sleep policy
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Promote a respectful and inclusive environment
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Embrace change and meet deadlines with reliability
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Complete all required training within the specified timeframes
What We’re Looking For:
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GCSEs (or equivalent)
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The right to work in the UK
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A caring, positive, and adaptable attitude
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A genuine passion for working with children
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Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
Whether you're just starting or making a career change, this is your chance to grow into a fulfilling role with long-term potential. Start your journey with Colets Nursery today — where every child (and educator!) thrives.
Please note: The job offer is subject to two satisfactory references and a clear enhanced DBS check.