Cherubs Nurseries
Apprentice Early Years Educator - Ruddington
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Apprentice Early Years Educator - Ruddington
Childcare Apprentice – 30 Hours Per Week
Want to turn your passion for children into a career? Join us as an apprentice and gain hands-on experience, valuable qualifications, and support every step of the way.
About Cherubs Nurseries
Established in 1993, Cherubs Nurseries is a family-run business committed to giving all children the skills and experiences they need to thrive. Central to our work is Community Life, aimed at improving the communities we serve through initiatives like:
- Annual fundraising events
- Community clean-ups
- A robust Sustainability Action Plan
We champion diversity in early years care and actively support more men joining the sector via initiatives like MITEY, empowering a mixed-gender early years workforce.
Why Work at Cherubs Nurseries?
- Family-run but offers benefits of a larger group
- Personalised professional development and continuous internal training
- Experienced and supportive teams
- Internal progression opportunities across nurseries
- Exceptional early years environments with strong investments in learning spaces
- Proactive and forward-thinking work culture
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Cherubs Ruddington Nursery (Location)
A 55-place rural nursery outside Nottingham, with a strong focus on outdoor freedom and forest-school teaching.
📍 Key Requirement: Driving is essential for this role.
Cherubs Nurseries Benefits
- 30% off childcare at any Cherubs Nursery
- Long-service awards after 5+ years
- "Me Day" bonus after 1 year of service
- Free healthy lunch prepared by our Nursery Chef
💡 Bonus Opportunity (for Apprentices): Apply for an ISIC International Student Identity Card (with a £12 fee) for student discounts at high-street retailers.
Key Responsibilities
As part of our Childcare Team, you’ll:
- Provide outstanding care and support to children and families
- Maintain a safe, secure, and clean environment for children
- Serve as a positive role model for all students
- Progress towards a qualification in childcare, meeting targets and staying current with coursework
- Assist in planning and delivering indoor/outdoor activities to engage children and support their development
- Build professional yet friendly relationships with parents, staff, and suppliers
- Attend staff events (e.g., parent evenings, meetings, festivals) – some outside of working hours
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Who Are We Looking For?
Are you nurturing, dedicated, and eager to make a real difference in children’s lives? Apply now—join us and start shaping young minds today!
ânciaability and Compliance
Cherubs Nurseries ensures a safe and compliant workplace. All roles require:
- Right to work in the UK
- Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check
- Two satisfactory employment references
- Completion of the ‘Keeping Children Safe’ form
Some roles may also require a 5-year employment history.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We’ll make reasonable adjustments to support those with disabilities or learning difficulties.
Ready to apply? Apply now to begin your rewarding journey at Cherubs Nurseries!
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