Nursery Apprentice
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Apprenticeship wage in line with national minimum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9AJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1528853 |
Summary
Wellesley Park Explorers Nursery, part of Wellesley Park Primary School in Wellington, is offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team as Nursery Apprentice. This is a fantastic chance to begin a rewarding career in early years education while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.
Our nursery is expanding and caters for children aged 9 months to 4 years, set within the beautiful grounds of our primary school. As part of the Blackdown Education Partnership, we are committed to nurturing talent and providing excellent professional development opportunities.
About the Role:
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced early years professionals, supporting the care and development of young children while studying towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. You will be involved in planning and delivering engaging activities, supporting children’s routines, and building strong relationships with families.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is passionate about working with young children
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is eager to learn and develop professionally
• Can work well as part of a team
• Is reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to providing high-quality care
We can offer you:
• A supportive and inspiring working environment
• Hands-on experience in a high-quality nursery setting
• Full training and mentoring throughout your apprenticeship
• Opportunities for progression upon successful completion
Hours & Salary:
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 6:00pm (all year round)
• Apprenticeship wage in line with national minimum wage for age
• Employer pension contribution
• Access to professional development and training
We are currently welcoming ongoing applications for the role of Nursery Apprentice to join our dedicated and friendly team. This is an open advert, and we will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates as they are received—so don’t wait to apply!
How to Apply:
Please apply via the official government apprenticeship website: find apprenticeship serviceAs a school we are committed to the safeguarding of our community, we follow full safer recruitment procedures including relevant references and Enhanced DBS checks.
Our nursery is expanding and caters for children aged 9 months to 4 years, set within the beautiful grounds of our primary school. As part of the Blackdown Education Partnership, we are committed to nurturing talent and providing excellent professional development opportunities.
About the Role:
As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced early years professionals, supporting the care and development of young children while studying towards your Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. You will be involved in planning and delivering engaging activities, supporting children’s routines, and building strong relationships with families.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is passionate about working with young children
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is eager to learn and develop professionally
• Can work well as part of a team
• Is reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to providing high-quality care
We can offer you:
• A supportive and inspiring working environment
• Hands-on experience in a high-quality nursery setting
• Full training and mentoring throughout your apprenticeship
• Opportunities for progression upon successful completion
Hours & Salary:
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 6:00pm (all year round)
• Apprenticeship wage in line with national minimum wage for age
• Employer pension contribution
• Access to professional development and training
We are currently welcoming ongoing applications for the role of Nursery Apprentice to join our dedicated and friendly team. This is an open advert, and we will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates as they are received—so don’t wait to apply!
How to Apply:
Please apply via the official government apprenticeship website: find apprenticeship serviceAs a school we are committed to the safeguarding of our community, we follow full safer recruitment procedures including relevant references and Enhanced DBS checks.