Apprentice Nursery Educator

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

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

• Valuable on-the-job training in a high-quality nursery setting

• Supportive and friendly team environment

• Future employment opportunities within our nursery upon qualification

Role & Responsibilities: Families

• Build strong partnerships with parents

• Maintain confidentiality at all times

• Handle feedback professionally and constructively

• Support nursery events and parents’ evenings

• Log daily updates and communicate via the FAMLY app under the guidance of the room leader

Children

• Support children’s wellbeing and comfort upset children with empathy

• Assist with toileting, nappy changing, and hygiene routines

• Encourage independence in daily tasks (dressing, hand washing, etc.)

• Keep play and learning areas clean and tidy

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to learning journals

• Engage actively in play-based learning and social development

• Stay up to date with safeguarding knowledge and training

Team

• Collaborate with your team and room leader to create an engaging environment

• Communicate effectively with team members and follow daily routines

• Always follow our professional code of conduct

Operations

• Follow all safeguarding, health, and safety procedures

• Supervise nap times in line with our sleep policy

• Promote a respectful and inclusive environment

• Embrace change and meet deadlines with reliability

• Complete all required training within the specified timeframes

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs (or equivalent)

• The right to work in the UK

• A caring, positive, and adaptable attitude

• A genuine passion for working with children

• 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.