Early Years Apprentice, St Philips, Bristol, Somerset

We are recruiting a motivated and caring Early Years Apprentice to join our nursery team. This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and a recognised childcare qualification while working with children aged 05. You will work as part of the room team under the supervision of the Room Manager and senior staff supporting childrens learning development and wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment.

• Assist in providing highquality care play and learning experiences that support childrens development and wellbeing.

• Support the planning and delivery of ageappropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

• Help prepare learning environments resources and activities to support daily routines and planned experiences.

• Observe children and contribute to assessments records and next steps under guidance from senior staff.

• Follow all safeguarding child protection health and safety and welfare procedures at all times.

• Support childrens personal care routines including hygiene meals and rest in line with nursery policies.

• Report any concerns about childrens wellbeing or safety to a senior member of staff promptly.

• Welcome children and families warmly and professionally each day.

• Build positive and respectful relationships with parents and carers sharing information about childrens care and development.

• Support children through transitions including settling in and room changes.

• Work collaboratively as part of the room and wider nursery team.

• Act professionally reliably and responsibly at all times.

• Take part in apprenticeship training onthejob mentoring and regular supervision.

• Be open to feedback and committed to ongoing professional development.

• Structured apprenticeship programme leading to a recognised Early Years/Childcare qualification (level dependent on programme).

• Combination of workplace learning and offthejob training with a training provider.

• Support from an experienced mentor and access to inwork assessments.

• Typical duration: dependent on the apprenticeship standard and prior qualifications.

• A genuine passion for working with young children and families.

• Willingness to learn be reliable and work as part of a team.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting childrens welfare.

• Willingness to undertake required preemployment checks (including an enhanced DBS).

• Any prior experience of working with children (paid voluntary or caring role).

• Existing GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths (or willingness to achieve these during the apprenticeship).

• Knowledge of the EYFS or related early years practice.

Our culture is built around our ARCH values: Accountability Reliability Caring and Honesty. We believe in recognising success supporting wellbeing and creating opportunities for everyone to reach their full potential. Were proud to be a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work certified organisation reflecting our commitment to creating an engaging and supportive workplace.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Continuous professional development and fully funded training

• Leadership development programmes

• Excellent career progression opportunities across our growing group

• Employee recognition and reward schemes

• Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform

• Discounted childcare (where applicable)

• Team events and celebrations

• An inclusive supportive and values-driven culture

Grow Your Career With Us

Whether youre an experienced Nursery Manager or looking to take the next step in your leadership journey well invest in your development and provide opportunities to progress within a growing organisation. Many of our leaders have developed their careers with us and were committed to helping our people achieve their commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment processes.