Job Description

Job Title:

Early Years Apprentice - Level 3

Location:

Buttercup Corner Day Nursery

,

Oldham OL9

Hours:

Full-time (42.5 hours per week), All year round

Salary:

Apprenticeship Wage- 7.55

About Us:

At Buttercup Corner Day Nursery in Oldham, we are a family-run business where we provide a warm, caring, and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our dedicated team is passionate about giving every child the very best start in life, while building strong partnerships with families and the local community.

The Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic

Early Years Apprentices

to join our friendly team. This role is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a rewarding career in childcare while studying towards a

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

.

It's an ideal fit if you:

Are ready to take on a new challenge or change of career Have some life/work experience to bring (for example, as a parent or through working in other roles) Want to develop new skills in a supportive, professional nursery environment

Key Responsibilities:

Support the care, learning, and development of children aged 0-5 years Assist with planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Work alongside experienced practitioners to provide a safe, nurturing environment Observe and record children's progress with support from your team Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues Encourage children's independence and help with daily routines

Requirements:

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2

Ability to gain an Enhanced DBS (we'll support you with this) A genuine passion for working with children Willingness to complete a Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship Reliable, responsible, and committed to learning Good communication and teamwork skills Previous childcare experience is helpful but not essential
If you're ready to start a fulfilling new chapter and want to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

If your application doesn't meet any of the essential requirements, your application will automatically be rejected.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 7.55 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Oldham OL9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Do you hold a GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths and English or a Level 2 in Functional Skills?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person