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Kickstart your career with an apprenticeship where you’ll gain experience while earning & learning. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, develop valuable skills, and achieve a recognised qualification. A fantastic opportunity to grow your confidence, build your future, and take the first step into a rewarding career.
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will report to the Nursery Manager/Deputy and Room Supervisor.
Main Responsibilities:
- To work in accordance with the requirements of the Nursery Manager and in accordance with all nursery Policies and Procedures and regulatory bodies, including OFSTED and The Early Years Foundation Stage
- To provide a happy, stimulating, safe, and secure environment where all children are encouraged to meet their potential and where their physical, emotional, and intellectual needs are met
- To implement all required activities in order to meet children’s needs and to provide development opportunities
- To work as a member of the team and encourage communication throughout the nursery
- Attend regular staff/room meetings, possibly outside of working hours
- Attend staff training when required, possibly outside of working hours
- To arrange displays of children’s work
- To settle new children into the nursery, ensuring that you liaise with parents/carers regarding their physical, emotional and development needs
- Laundry/ cleaning duties where required
- To keep accurate developmental records and carry out daily observations of the children, regularly sharing these with parents
- To liaise with parents to ensure that they are happy with the standard of care and have sufficient knowledge of their child’s progress
- To maintain the cleanliness and maintenance of the nursery and the equipment to conform to Health and Safety requirements at all times
- To maintain the confidentiality of the nursery and the children within your care
- To supervise students and Assistant Nursery Practitioners where appropriate
- To report accidents and, where necessary, complete risk assessments in line with Nursery Policies and Procedures
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In addition to the formal apprenticeship programme, you’ll benefit from a range of extra training and development opportunities designed to help you grow professionally and personally. These may include in-house workshops on communication, teamwork, and time management, as well as training on industry-specific software and systems.
You’ll also have access to mentoring from experienced colleagues, regular one-to-one support sessions, and opportunities to attend external courses or webinars relevant to your role. This additional training will help you build confidence, broaden your skill set, and prepare you for long-term career progression within the business.
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Qualifications Required:
GCSE in:
- English (grade 3 or D)
- Maths (grade 3 or D)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills and Attributes:
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Applicants should be aware that this role involves working in a busy childcare nursery environment, supporting the care and development of young children. The role is active and hands-on, with much of the day spent on your feet, engaging children in play, learning activities, and daily routines.
You may be required to assist with tasks such as lifting or supporting young children, setting up and clearing away activities, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The role may also involve both indoor and outdoor activities in all weather conditions.
A caring, patient, and energetic approach is essential, as well as the ability to stay calm and professional in a fast-paced setting. You will also need to follow safeguarding procedures at all times and be prepared to balance your work responsibilities with your apprenticeship studies.
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