Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Job summary

Contract type: Full-time; Apprenticeship

Start Date: January / February 2026

Closing Date: 19 January 2026

Responsible to: Nursery Manager

The opportunity

Little NULS Nursery has an opportunity for an enthusiastic, positive and highly motivated individual with a passion to start a career in childcare at our ISI rated ‘Excellent’ nursery.  The purpose-built nursery is set within the extensive surroundings of Newcastle-under-Lyme School which comprises.  Our aim is to provide a unique Nursery experience where our access to School facilities elevates our youngest children’s offer beyond the norm.

Requirements:

• 40 hours in total
• 32 hours over 4 days
• 8 hours study leave/college undertaking Level 3 qualification
• Expected duration of 15 to 18 Months
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or equivalent (or willingness to work towards them)

Benefits:

• 20 days paid annual leave, plus Public Holidays, plus additional discretionary days.
• Competitive weekly wage of above the National apprenticeship wage
• Future prospects may lead to full time employment at the end of the course

Application forms and details are available on the school website.

Deadline for Applications – 19 January 2026

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered charity no.