Early Years Apprenticeship - Mottingham Hall for children
| Posting date: | 22 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15,704 to £25,396.80 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Can be up to £26,208 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2025 |
| Location: | MOTTINGHAM HALL, MOTTINGHAM LANE, LONDON, SE9 4RW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Best Practice Network Limited |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | Mottingham Hall for children |
Summary
Summary
We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain an early year's qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents.
Hours
Choose between a 4-day, 36-hour week, a traditional 5-day, 40-hour week, or a 4-day, 40-hour week (with 1 day off) Part-time hours can also be accommodated. 40 hours a week
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
• Provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5.
• Support children’s development through age-appropriate activities and play-based learning.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Work closely with the team to plan and implement a curriculum that meets the needs of individual children.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure that children are safe and their well-being is always a priority.
• Promote and encourage positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional development.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
• Support with daily routines, including meal times, nappy changes, and nap times.
• Participate in regular team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
College or training organisation
BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED
Your training plan
• The program offers a blended approach, including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments
• We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
• Candidates are not required to attend college. Instead, this will include off-the-job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
• These OTJH will be within working hours of employment - e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH. Less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
• You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor. This tutor will make in-person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5–6 weeks
• Early Years Educator Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard
• Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
Skills
• Communication skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
Other requirements
Safeguarding Statement This authority/organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. ANY JOB OFFER IS SUBJECT TO suitable DBS and References. Enjoy complimentary lunch and drinks each day. Access various training opportunities, including pathways to become an Early Years Teacher, pursue leadership courses, and training for SENCO qualifications, Forest school etc. Work in a supportive and collaborative team setting. Receive a performance-related bonus. Choose between a 4-day, 36-hour week, a traditional 5-day, 40-hour week, or a 4-day, 40-hour week (with 1 day off) Tailor your work-life balance to suit your needs. Part-time hours can also be accommodated. Professional Growth: Benefit from a personal development fund of £100 each year to aid your ongoing education. Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid leave along with funding for qualifications such as Level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School training, and Leadership courses. Childcare Discount Receive a discount of over 50% on childcare (terms and conditions apply) Birthday Leave: Take a paid day off on your birthday after one year of service and receive a birthday gift card. Performance Rewards: Celebrate your achievements with performance rewards. Annual and Long-Term Service Awards: Acknowledge your dedication with yearly and long-service awards. Staff Celebrations: Participate in an annual celebration, voted by the staff. Past events have included summer BBQs with live music, bouncy castles, and evenings out in London. Competitive annual leave packages: including time off between Christmas and new year. Leave will increase for those as part of long service recognition. Wellbeing day off We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team at Mottingham Hall for Children. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be responsible for supporting the care, learning, and development of children in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
About this company
Mottingham Hall for Children is a distinguished day nursery and forest school located in Mottingham, London. Set within a unique 4-acre environment, the facility offers a blend of indoor and outdoor learning experiences, including a dedicated forest area and a farm. Age Range: Catering to children from birth to 4 years old. Operating Hours: Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Facilities: The nursery boasts a secure 2-acre woodland area where children engage in weekly Forest School sessions, fostering exploration and a connection with nature. Accreditation: In its latest inspection on November 22, 2023, Ofsted awarded the nursery an 'Outstanding' rating We are passionate about supporting our team to gain high quality practice/training. Our visions statement is: To provide a unique and inspiring early years experience for children that is delivered with grace compassion and understanding for all.
https://mottinghamhallforchildren.co.uk (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
Once you have finished the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to continue working for the same company and progress on to Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT or Level 3 Early Years SENCO.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain an early year's qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents.
Hours
Choose between a 4-day, 36-hour week, a traditional 5-day, 40-hour week, or a 4-day, 40-hour week (with 1 day off) Part-time hours can also be accommodated. 40 hours a week
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
• Provide high-quality care and early years education to children aged 0-5.
• Support children’s development through age-appropriate activities and play-based learning.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Work closely with the team to plan and implement a curriculum that meets the needs of individual children.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure that children are safe and their well-being is always a priority.
• Promote and encourage positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional development.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
• Support with daily routines, including meal times, nappy changes, and nap times.
• Participate in regular team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
College or training organisation
BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED
Your training plan
• The program offers a blended approach, including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments
• We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
• Candidates are not required to attend college. Instead, this will include off-the-job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
• These OTJH will be within working hours of employment - e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH. Less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
• You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor. This tutor will make in-person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5–6 weeks
• Early Years Educator Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard
• Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
Skills
• Communication skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
Other requirements
Safeguarding Statement This authority/organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. ANY JOB OFFER IS SUBJECT TO suitable DBS and References. Enjoy complimentary lunch and drinks each day. Access various training opportunities, including pathways to become an Early Years Teacher, pursue leadership courses, and training for SENCO qualifications, Forest school etc. Work in a supportive and collaborative team setting. Receive a performance-related bonus. Choose between a 4-day, 36-hour week, a traditional 5-day, 40-hour week, or a 4-day, 40-hour week (with 1 day off) Tailor your work-life balance to suit your needs. Part-time hours can also be accommodated. Professional Growth: Benefit from a personal development fund of £100 each year to aid your ongoing education. Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid leave along with funding for qualifications such as Level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School training, and Leadership courses. Childcare Discount Receive a discount of over 50% on childcare (terms and conditions apply) Birthday Leave: Take a paid day off on your birthday after one year of service and receive a birthday gift card. Performance Rewards: Celebrate your achievements with performance rewards. Annual and Long-Term Service Awards: Acknowledge your dedication with yearly and long-service awards. Staff Celebrations: Participate in an annual celebration, voted by the staff. Past events have included summer BBQs with live music, bouncy castles, and evenings out in London. Competitive annual leave packages: including time off between Christmas and new year. Leave will increase for those as part of long service recognition. Wellbeing day off We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team at Mottingham Hall for Children. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be responsible for supporting the care, learning, and development of children in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
About this company
Mottingham Hall for Children is a distinguished day nursery and forest school located in Mottingham, London. Set within a unique 4-acre environment, the facility offers a blend of indoor and outdoor learning experiences, including a dedicated forest area and a farm. Age Range: Catering to children from birth to 4 years old. Operating Hours: Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Facilities: The nursery boasts a secure 2-acre woodland area where children engage in weekly Forest School sessions, fostering exploration and a connection with nature. Accreditation: In its latest inspection on November 22, 2023, Ofsted awarded the nursery an 'Outstanding' rating We are passionate about supporting our team to gain high quality practice/training. Our visions statement is: To provide a unique and inspiring early years experience for children that is delivered with grace compassion and understanding for all.
https://mottinghamhallforchildren.co.uk (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
Once you have finished the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to continue working for the same company and progress on to Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT or Level 3 Early Years SENCO.