Nursery Practitioner Apprentice

Job description

Your Role

King Offa Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Nursery Apprentice to join our supportive nursery team.

This is offered on a term-time only, full-time, fixed term basis while completing the early years apprenticeship.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to begin or further their career and complete an Early Years qualification while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supportive nursery environment.

We would love to hear from you if:

1. you have a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development
2. you are keen to work towards an Early Years qualification (or are already enrolled on a relevant apprenticeship programme)
3. you are enthusiastic, reliable and committed to learning new skills
4. you enjoy working as part of a team and building positive relationships with children, colleagues and families
5. you share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
6. you demonstrate patience, creativity and a willingness to support children's learning through play

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

1. A supportive team who place our values of Knowledge, Opportunities, Pride, and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
2. Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
3. A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
4. A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
5. The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
6. Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
7. Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Craig Andrew, Office Manager, on office@kingoffapa.org.uk or 01424 211548.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible.

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly apply there.

Qualifications

A full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification
essential

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent
essential

Paediatric First Aid Certificate
essential

Or a willingness to complete

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to
essential

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills
essential

Ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals, both verbally, and in writing
essential

Ability to create and maintain high-quality and accurate records
essential

Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines
essential

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the nursery and school team
essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner
essential

Experience

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children

Experience of working in a team

Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Experience/Knowledge

Working knowledge of legislation relevant to working with young children
essential

Demonstrable understanding of the Early Year's Foundation Stage
essential

Personal Attributes

A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethos
essential

A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethos
essential

Safeguarding Information

Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bexhill

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Salary indication

£13,455 Per Month

Published at

26-10-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No