Introduction

As an Apprentice Early Years Practitioner, you will work as part of a supportive nursery team to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn and develop through play.

About the Employer

Three operational Montessori nursery sites, Cambridge Montessori, Smiths Children Montessori and Montessori Cottage Linton. Awaiting opening Montessori Cottage Saltburn. Looking for positions at all three sites.

What You'll Do

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Early Years Practitioner to join our nurturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about working with children and eager to develop a professional career in early years education. You will receive hands-on experience within our Montessori-inspired nursery while completing your apprenticeship training with our trusted learning providers.
As an apprentice, you will work alongside experienced practitioners to deliver a warm, engaging, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. You will be supported to understand and apply the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) principles and the Montessori approach, gaining practical skills and knowledge in child development, safeguarding, and inclusive practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities that promote learning through play and exploration
Assist with daily routines such as meal times, toileting, dressing, and rest periods, ensuring children’s individual needs are met
Help to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment following health, safety, and hygiene procedures
Build positive, trusting relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Observe and record children’s progress, contributing to assessments and learning journals under the guidance of qualified staff
Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.
Participate fully in training, team meetings, and professional development opportunities
Reflect on your practice and take initiative in your learning journey throughout the apprenticeship

What We Offer:

Given in house Montessori training relevant to the age groups they will be working with, We do paediatric first aid training, safeguarding training, food allergens and food hygiene with all employees
Ongoing mentoring and professional development within a high-quality early years setting
Supportive, friendly team and positive working environment
Opportunities for career progression upon completion of the apprenticeship
Additional staff benefits such as home-cooked meals, wellbeing support, and extra holiday days

Training Outcome

Career progression
Further training in Montessori

Skills Required

caring
Communication Skills
Creative
Friendly
Non judgemental
Patience
Team working
understanding

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English Language - 4
Desired - GCSE - Mathematics - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 5 days a week 8 hours a day. Days and shifts TBC.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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