Early Years Educator Apprentice - Child First Bicester

Introduction

Are you a passionate early years practitioner looking to continue to develop your career in an award-winning nursery setting? Child First in Bicester have a great opportunity to train as an Early Years Educator Apprentice and gain your level 3 whilst supporting children's learning, play and development and building key relationships.

About the Employer

We incorporate all seven areas of learning into the early year’s curriculum, ensuring the children have a well prepared, inviting, and stimulating environment. Staff provide a range of activities to cater for children’s individual interests and development needs, working towards the Early Years’ Outcomes – Early Learning Goals, across all areas of the curriculum.

What You'll Do

Child First Bicester is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is passionate about working with children and eager to undertake a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

To be considered for this role, you must have a genuine love for children and a nurturing, caring approach.

As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, responsible for a group of key children, planning and completing observations, and ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all children at all times.

You’ll be expected to comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework and help create a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment. Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues is central to this role.

In return, we offer a range of benefits, including uniform, discounted childcare, access to CPD through Noodle Now, payable bonus when qualified and 28 days of holiday (including bank holidays). Funded Level 3 training with £500 completion bonus plus £1,000 loyalty bonus after one year.

Salary – under 18 - £8.00 per hour, 18-20 - £10.85 per hour, 21+ - £12.71 per hour.

Child First Bicester Nursery is a private day care nursery situated in the historic market town of Bicester. Located close to the town centre, the Nursery is perfectly positioned for local residents. 

Training Outcome

A full-time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• Communication Skills
• Initiative
• Organisation skills
• Patience
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English Language - 4
• Desired - GCSE - Mathematics - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 40 hours a week. Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED