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NURSERY APPRENTICE

Blooming Olives Day Nursery • Tonbridge, England, United Kingdom • 6d ago

Job Summary

Are you passionate about working with young children and excited to start your journey in early years education? We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join our brand-new nursery!

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves being around children and wants to gain real experience while working towards a recognised childcare qualification. You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team, learning on the job as you help to create a safe, fun, and nurturing space for children to grow and thrive.

What you'll do

As an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner, you’ll work closely with our experienced team to:

Assist in the planning and setting up of fun, age-appropriate activities.
Support daily routines like mealtimes, play, nappy changing, toilet training and rest, making sure children feel safe and happy.
Build warm and respectful relationships with children, parents, and team members.
Observe children’s development and share your feedback with senior staff.
Encourage creativity, curiosity, and positive social skills through play and interaction.
To follow and ensure good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness are always maintained.
To advise the Safeguarding designated person/deputy of any concerns.
To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of the job.
Join in with group activities, encouraging teamwork, sharing, and confidence-building.
Shadow senior staff in room to learn best practice

Experience

A genuine interest in working with young children and learning about early years development is desirable
A keen interest in early childhood education and a desire to learn about child development.
Good spoken and written English, with the ability to communicate clearly and kindly.
A positive attitude, with the confidence to support small groups during activities.
Flexible and proactive, ready to get involved, solve problems, and learn from everyday experiences.
Willingness to take part in training and development opportunities within the field of childcare.

Benefits