EYFS APPRENTICE LEVEL 2

Ref

202698

Number of Posts

1

Grade

Level 2 Apprentice.

Salary

£8 an hour

Term

Full-time.

Perm / FTC

Permanent.

Required

(01/01/2027 to 22/07/2028) .

Hours

37.5 hours a week.

Closing Date

15/11/2026.

Location

Ribby With Wrea Endowed Church Of England Primary School, Dubside, Wrea Green, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 2WQ (152 on roll)

Tel: 01772 685221

School website: www.ribby.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Summary

Are you enthusiastic, caring and passionate about helping young children learn and thrive? We are looking for a motivated and nurturing Level 2 EYFS Apprentice to join our friendly and welcoming school family.

At Ribby with Wrea, we pride ourselves on being a loving, inclusive family, where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to flourish. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to providing the very best start to children's education.

What we can offer you

• A supportive, experienced and dedicated EYFS team who will guide and mentor you throughout your apprenticeship.

• Happy, enthusiastic children who love to learn, explore and discover.

• A warm, welcoming and friendly staff team who genuinely support one another.

• Opportunities for high-quality CPD, professional development and learning alongside experienced practitioners.

• A nurturing school environment rooted in our Christian vision and values.

• The opportunity to develop your skills, confidence and experience in a vibrant Early Years setting.

  What we are looking for

  We would love to hear from someone who:

• Has a genuine love of working with young children and a passion for Early Years education.

• Is enthusiastic, creative and able to engage children through purposeful play and exciting learning opportunities.

• Can model high-quality, language-rich interactions, encouraging children's communication, vocabulary and curiosity.

• Understands the importance of positive relationships and creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.

• Is patient, caring, proactive and willing to learn from experienced colleagues.

• Works well as part of a team, demonstrating initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude.

• Is committed to safeguarding, promoting children's well-being and helping every child achieve their potential.

• Is enthusiastic about developing their own practice through training, reflection and professional development.

  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

  Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

Maths and English Grade C or equivalent.

Desirable Experience

Experience working with young children.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact our school office on 01772 685221 for an informal discussion or to arrange for a tour.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.