About us
About Us
At The Chelsea Nursery, we provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow and thrive. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Nursery Apprentice to join our friendly team and begin a rewarding career in early years education.
The Role
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced childcare professionals while studying towards a recognised Early Years qualification. You will gain hands-on experience supporting children's learning and development in a busy nursery setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the day-to-day care and supervision of children aged 0–5 years.
- Assisting with planning and delivering fun, engaging activities.
- Helping children develop social, emotional, and communication skills.
- Supporting meal, snack, and hygiene routines.
- Ensuring the nursery remains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
- Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Observing and recording children's progress under supervision.
- Following safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.
What We're Looking For
- A genuine interest in working with young children.
- A positive, caring, and patient attitude.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are desirable but not essential, depending on apprenticeship requirements.
What We Offer
- A recognised Early Years apprenticeship qualification.
- Support from experienced mentors and colleagues.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- The opportunity to start a rewarding career in childcare.
- Potential for a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
The Chelsea Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of qualifications and identity. We follow safer recruitment practices in line with statutory guidance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £17,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London SW3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current relevant childcare qualification?
Experience:
- Nursery: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
