York Campus Nursery Overview
Join York Campus Nursery, a setting committed to fostering a safe, happy, and multicultural environment for children aged three months to school age. We nurture and encourage every child's diversity and potential, providing a secure, caring, and stimulating place for them to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Our modern, purpose-built premises on Kimberlow Lane, Heslington, provide care for up to 94 children across dedicated rooms for infants, toddlers, and pre-school.
We are seeking a creative and reflective Early Years Apprentice to join our experienced and supportive team. You will step into a fun, dynamic environment where no two days are the same, allowing you to make a direct and vital impact on children's development.
Role and Responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual, who has a keen interest in pursuing a career within childcare. As an Apprentice you will participate in structured and supervised on the job training to achieve a level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship.
The role involves supporting children's development socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually, in line with the Early Years Foundation Curriculum (EYFC) and the Nursery's core principles: quality and consistency, secure foundations, partnership working, equality of opportunity, and anti-discriminatory practice.
Key Requirements
Commitment to study towards and achieve a Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship
An ability to work sympathetically with children and parents.
Awareness of Health & Safety and practical hygiene issues
Ability to work calmly whilst working in a hectic environment.
GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification (preferred)
Role Details
Salary: £23,556.64 (£12.21 per hour)
The fixed term contract is for a period of two years, working 37 hours per week
Benefits of Working for YCL
Generous Annual Leave: 38 days including 8 bank holidays (pro rata) and two weeks off at Christmas.
Enhanced Benefits: Enhanced company sick pay, maternity and paternity pay, and workplace pension schemes.
Professional Development: Free training, with attendance paid.
Wellbeing & Discounts: Free and confidential 24/7 wellbeing support, concession rates at York Sport Village and Centre, and discounts at campus outlets, local/national retailers, and attractions.
Work Perks: Affordable on-site parking, DBS application cost covered, and salary sacrifice schemes (including Cycle to Work and campus nursery).
To find out more about York Campus Nursery please visit the York Campus Nursery website.
Interview date: To be confirmed
York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment.
The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.
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