Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

1 week ago

Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom Hopscotch Nurseries Full time

**Kickstart Your Career in Early Years with Hopscotch Children’s Nurseries**

Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start a career in early years education? At Hopscotch Children’s Nurseries, we’re more than just a nursery - we’re a family of passionate educators, dreamers, and adventurers. We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join our team

**Position**: Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

**Location**: Brighton & Hove

**Hours**:Full-time or Part Time hours available

**Salary**:Between £10.05-£11.51 per hour

**Holidays**:28 days (including Bank Holidays)

**Why Choose Hopscotch for Your Apprenticeship?**

At Hopscotch, we believe in nurturing not only the children in our care but also the future educators who will shape young minds. As an apprentice, you’ll learn from experienced mentors, gain hands-on experience, and work towards a nationally recognised qualification in early years education.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Assist in creating a warm, fun, and engaging learning environment for children.
- Support in planning and delivering age-appropriate activities that encourage development.
- Work alongside experienced practitioners to learn best practices in childcare.
- Help with daily routines, including mealtimes, playtime, and nap time.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Ensure high standards of safety, hygiene, and safeguarding at all times.

**What You Bring to the Team**:

- A passion for working with young children and a desire to build a career in early years education.
- A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- A commitment to completing your Level 2 or Level 3 early years qualification.
- No prior experience necessary - just a love for working with children

**What Makes Us Special**:
At Hopscotch, we invest in our apprentices and give them the tools to succeed. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

- A fully funded early years qualification
- Hands-on experience in a supportive environment
- 50% childcare discount
- Flexible working hours
- Career progression opportunities - grow from apprentice to qualified practitioner
- Inspiring mentors and training from experienced educators
- Annual celebrations and recognition events
- Being part of a close-knit, welcoming team
- Wellbeing champions to support your personal development
- Adventurous outings and learning beyond the classroom

**Ready to Start Your Career in Childcare?**

At Hopscotch, we believe in developing future educators and supporting every member of our team. Join a workplace where learning, creativity, and passion are at the heart of everything we do.

Hopscotch is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £10.05-£11.51 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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