Early Years Apprentice

Patacake Day Nursery, part of the Bright Stars Nursery Group, is committed to providing every child with a calm, caring, safe, and stimulating environment in which to learn and grow. They are currently seeking a motivated Early Years Apprentice to join their team, working with children up to five years old. The role involves supporting the setup of engaging activities and attending to the children’s care needs. As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, responsibilities include being an active member of a friendly team, managing a group of key children, planning and recording observations using iConnect, and ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all children in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework. The nursery offers a safe, fun, and enriching learning environment and values strong, positive relationships with children, staff, and families. Team members can expect a competitive salary based on age, experience, and qualifications, a purpose-built nursery with high-quality resources, a paid day off for their birthday, closure between Christmas and New Year, provided uniforms, a supportive management team, ongoing training and development opportunities, and regular staff rewards and events.