Nursery Practitioner Apprentice

Ark Ayrton Primary and Nursery are looking to support an enthusiastic applicant on an apprenticeship scheme working 36 hours within the nursery (a rota operates between 7.30 am – 5.00 pm) which will include training time. Term time only. The apprenticeship is fully funded and will commence as soon as possible and will last for approximately 15 months, the successful applicant will be expected to complete an NVQ level 3 within this time.

You must be 17 or over to qualify for Government funding and be able to commit to study and daily duties within the nursery. You will be able to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining a professional and friendly manner at all times. A training wage of £288 per week is offered to support candidates.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A sense of responsibility with a consistent and fair approach
• An awareness of safety and hygiene
• The ability to use own initiative and to work as part of a team
• A genuine passion and belief in the potential of every child
• A helpful, positive, calm and caring nature with a good sense of humor
• Be committed to Ark Schools’ ethos of high expectations and no excuses.

If you have any queries or wish to discuss the role further, please contact Julie Ayrton, Nursery Manager nurserymanager@arkayrtonprimary.org