Job Description

Early Years Educator Apprentice

- Riverside Day Nursery, Ilkley (LS29 9AD)

Closing date:

5 Jan 2026 | Start: 12 Jan 2026

Positions:

2 (1 baby room, 1 preschool room)

Wage:

13,741-22,222.20

Hours:

35 per week, flexible within 7:30am-6:30pm, 5 days

Role Overview:

Join a warm, supportive nursery and gain hands-on experience caring for babies (6m-2.5y) or preschoolers (3-4y). Enjoy flexi hours, outdoor learning, dress-down days, and a friendly team.

Duties:

Support daily care including feeding, dressing/undressing, hygiene. Assist with planning and running age-appropriate indoor/outdoor activities. Follow safeguarding and ensure children's wellbeing. Maintain clean, safe rooms; prep areas for the next day. Communicate positively with parents and carers. Work effectively with the nursery team. Listen well, communicate clearly, and engage warmly with children. Take part in outdoor activities in all weather conditions.

Training:

Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship with Total Training Provision. Learn childcare practice, child development, safeguarding, health & safety, activity planning, and complete assignments with tutor support. 20% of hours spent training.

Requirements:

GCSE Maths (Grade 4+) desirable, DBS check required, plus skills in teamwork, creativity, patience, problem-solving, initiative, customer care, number skills, and a passion for outdoor learning.

About Riverside Day Nursery:

A caring, supportive setting where children thrive. The team is friendly and experienced, offering creative activities, outdoor learning, and a flexible, welcoming environment for both staff and families.

Benefits:

Flexible hours, supportive team, casual dress, full induction, hands-on experience, lots of outdoor learning.

Progression:

Successful apprentices will be offered a role after completing the apprenticeship.

Contact:

Annie McLoughlin - Annie.Mcloughlin@total-tp.com | 07902 755076