Join an Award-Nominated Nursery With Big Ambitions!
The Red Squirrel Children's Nursery is proud to be shortlisted in the 2025 Scottish Nursery Awards, recognised for our commitment to high-quality care, creativity and outstanding early learning experiences. We are also home to a well-established Forest School provision, giving children the chance to explore, learn and thrive outdoors all year round.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Early Years Practitioner to join our vibrant, supportive team — someone eager to learn, grow, and start a rewarding career in early years education.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of an award-nominated nursery known for excellence
- Learn from a team passionate about training, mentoring and supporting new practitioners
- Gain a recognised qualification while working hands-on in a dynamic early years environment
- Thrive in a workplace where creativity, kindness and teamwork are celebrated
What You’ll Do
- Support engaging, play-centred learning experiences indoors and outdoors
- Help create a nurturing, stimulating environment for all children
- Assist with daily routines, care, and high-quality practice
- Learn from experienced professionals while completing apprenticeship tasks and assessments
What We’re Looking For
- Motivated individuals who enjoy being around children
- Someone excited to learn, develop and take the first step in their early years career
- A team player with strong communication skills
- Caring, reliable, and ready to get stuck into all aspects of nursery life
What We Offer
- Fully supported apprenticeship with high-quality guidance
- Mentoring from experienced early years educators
- A friendly, inclusive team culture where your ideas and growth matter
- Real opportunities for progression once qualified
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £16,640.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
