Early Years Educator Apprentice
Ilkley, West Yorkshire•Full-time
£13,741 - £22,222.20 annually
£13,741 - £22,222.20 annually
About the Job
Early Years Educator Apprentice – Riverside Day Nursery, Ilkley (LS29 9AD)
Closing date: 5 Jan 2026 | Start: 12 Jan 2026
Positions: 2 (1 baby room, 1 preschool room)
Wage: £13,741–£22,222.20
Hours: 35 per week, flexible within 7:30am–6:30pm, 5 days
Role Overview:
Join a warm, supportive nursery and gain hands-on experience caring for babies (6m–2.5y) or preschoolers (3–4y). Enjoy flexi hours, outdoor learning, dress-down days, and a friendly team.
Duties:
Closing date: 5 Jan 2026 | Start: 12 Jan 2026
Positions: 2 (1 baby room, 1 preschool room)
Wage: £13,741–£22,222.20
Hours: 35 per week, flexible within 7:30am–6:30pm, 5 days
Role Overview:
Join a warm, supportive nursery and gain hands-on experience caring for babies (6m–2.5y) or preschoolers (3–4y). Enjoy flexi hours, outdoor learning, dress-down days, and a friendly team.
Duties:
- Support daily care including feeding, dressing/undressing, hygiene.
- Assist with planning and running age-appropriate indoor/outdoor activities.
- Follow safeguarding and ensure children’s wellbeing.
- Maintain clean, safe rooms; prep areas for the next day.
- Communicate positively with parents and carers.
- Work effectively with the nursery team.
- Listen well, communicate clearly, and engage warmly with children.
- Take part in outdoor activities in all weather conditions.
Training:
- Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship with Total Training Provision. Learn childcare practice, child development, safeguarding, health & safety, activity planning, and complete assignments with tutor support. 20% of hours spent training.
Requirements:
- GCSE Maths (Grade 4+) desirable, DBS check required, plus skills in teamwork, creativity, patience, problem-solving, initiative, customer care, number skills, and a passion for outdoor learning.
About Riverside Day Nursery:
A caring, supportive setting where children thrive. The team is friendly and experienced, offering creative activities, outdoor learning, and a flexible, welcoming environment for both staff and families.
Benefits:
Flexible hours, supportive team, casual dress, full induction, hands-on experience, lots of outdoor learning.
Progression:
Successful apprentices will be offered a role after completing the apprenticeship.
Contact: Annie McLoughlin – Annie.Mcloughlin@total-tp.com | 07902 755076