Apprenticeship Nursery Practitioner

Job Overview

Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

Eden Childcare Group
Location: Croydon
Job Type: Full-time Apprenticeship

Start Your Career in Early Years!

Eden Childcare Group is looking for a reliable, caring and enthusiastic Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly nursery team in Croydon.

If you have a genuine passion for working with children and want to gain a recognised Early Years qualification while earning, we'd love to hear from you. We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Practitioner to join our team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in developing their skills within a professional environment. The role involves supporting experienced practitioners while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field.

Duties

• Assist qualified practitioners with daily tasks.
• Supporting children's learning and development through play and planned activities.
• Helping to provide a safe, clean, happy and stimulating environment.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Assisting with daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and outdoor play.
• Following safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies.
• Completing your Early Years apprenticeship qualification with the support of our experienced team.
• Observe and learn various techniques and procedures relevant to the practice.

What we are looking for

• Reliable, punctual and committed.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about giving children the best possible care.
• Basic IT proficiency for record keeping and administrative tasks
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to different situations
• Previous experience is advantageous but not essential

What We Offer

• Early Years apprenticeship qualification.
• Earn while you learn.
• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced practitioners.
• Friendly, supportive working environment.
• Training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within Eden Childcare Group.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• Pension scheme.
• Free parking.

Why Join Eden Childcare Group?

At Eden Childcare Group, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. We invest in our people, providing a supportive environment where you can learn, develop and build a rewarding career in childcare.

If you're reliable, enthusiastic and ready to begin your Early Years journey, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Pay: Up to £8.00 per hour

Work Location: In person