Early Years School Nursery Apprenticeship
Overview
To work under the instruction/guidance of senior/teaching staff to support the delivery of quality learning to encourage the participation of pupils in the social processes of the nursery. To undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils within the 9 month - 2 year old room.
35 hours a week
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Support for Pupils, Teachers and the Curriculum
- Work in partnership with teachers/managers and other professional agencies to provide effective support with learning and play activities
- Awareness of and work within school policies and procedures
- Support pupils to understand instructions, support independent learning and play and to promote the inclusion of all pupils
- Implement and contribute to learning and teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher/manager, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate
- Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher/manager, providing feedback to the teacher/manager on pupil progress
- Support the teacher/manager in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task based on the expectations for individual pupils
- Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes but not as a supervisory assistant
- Under the guidance of a teacher/manager monitor, assess and record pupil progress/activities
- Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher/manager and in line with health and safety requirements
- Support pupils in their social development and their emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher/manager as appropriate
- Support pupils with SEN needs as appropriate
- Share information about pupils with other staff, parents / carers, internal and external agencies, as appropriate and in line with school policies and procedures
- Contribute to pupils plans and reports
- Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom
- Support the use of ICT in the curriculum
- Undertake pupil record keeping and maintenance of records as requested
- Provide cover to supervise a class and/or small group on an unexpected no timetabled basis only
- Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities
- Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays
- Support children’s learning through play and planned learning activities
- Maintain a clean, safe and tidy learning environment
- Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence
- May be asked to administer medications subject to agreement and in line with school policy
- Provide basic first aid, if appropriate, ensuring timely referral to health service in emergency situations
- Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom
- Provide support to pupils who have communication difficulties also where English is an additional language
Where you'll work
Chester-le-Street C of E Primary School
Hilda Park
Chester Le Street
DH2 2JT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider: EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Training course: Early years educator (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Training schedule
- The successful candidate will complete the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
- This will be delivered with one day in college per month and a tutor visiting in the workplace once a month
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4 / C and above)
- Maths (grade 4 / C and above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
About us
Welcome to Chester le Street CE Primary School, where we are dedicated to providing our young learners with the finest early education experience. Our nursery environment is thoughtfully crafted to foster holistic child development. From stimulating play areas to engaging learning corners, every aspect is designed to ignite curiosity, creativity, and social skills. Our dedicated staff adhere to The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. Through meticulous planning, we tailor activities for both groups and individuals, nurturing each child's unique learning journey. While we follow a termly topic, we're flexible to incorporate your child's interests, ensuring a personalised and engaging experience. With our innovative online learning journey, parents have exclusive access to school observations of their child and are able to upload your own observations, fostering a collaborative approach to their development.
After this apprenticeship
- For the right candidates there is a possibility of permanent employment and going on to complete further qualifications
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004409.
Apply now
Closes on Monday 5 January 2026 at 11:59pm
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