Nursery Educator Apprenticeship

Shining Futures Nursery was founded by two working mothers, Lara and Esin, who understand the importance of high-quality childcare that gives parents peace of mind. With a strong commitment to care, health, and education, we aim to create a home away from home where children feel secure, loved, and inspired.

Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using own initiative are essential. The minimum working week will be 30+ hours, Monday- Friday, shifts to be confirmed. 30 hours a week1 year 2 monthsOrganisation skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Other requirements

You will need to attend online training with your tutor for 1-day a week for the first 8-weeks of the apprenticeship. A laptop/PC will be essential for your online classroom-based learning. You will be working the remainder of the time within the nursery with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor and the staff in the nursery.

English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4), Organisation skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Developing into a Level 3 Practitioner, with the potential of a full-time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

• Room leader positions
• Possible management training
• Springboard into primary education
• Paediatric nursing
• Continuous development in current nursery setting