Vacancy Early Years Apprentice
Vacancy overview
Code: 1000341772
We’re looking for an apprentice to support children’s care, learning, and development in our nursery. You’ll gain experience in the baby, toddler, and preschool rooms, as well as care for older children from the local school. While working towards your Level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll take on more responsibilities as your skills and knowledge grow.
- Support Child Development: Help plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development
- Safeguarding and Welfare: Ensure children's safety, following safeguarding and health & safety policies at all times
- Observe and Record: Track children's progress and development through observations and contribute to planning next steps
- Partnership with Parents: Communicate effectively with parents and carers, sharing updates and supporting home learning
- Inclusive Practice: Support all children, including those with special educational needs or disabilities
- Professional Development: Engage in training, reflective practice, and continuous improvement
Requirements and prospects
Enhanced DBS update service (desirable) and a full valid Paediatric First Aid certificate (desirable).
Desired skills and personal qualities:
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
About the employer
Parkside Nursery School
Parkside Nursery school is Located at 25 Charnwood Road, Loughborough, Parkside Nursery School is a warm, family-run setting offering high-quality early years education and care for children from birth to 11 years old. We pride ourselves on our nurturing ethos—committed to delivering high-quality care and pre-school education tailored to the individual needs of each child. Our dedicated, stable team of qualified staff go above and beyond to motivate and support children’s development, offering a broad, balanced curriculum that adapts to every learner.