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Apprentice Early years Educator - Shining Stars Day Nursery - HX1 2JP

Shining Stars Day Nursery · Halifax · posted 16 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
16 August 2026
Positions
3

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  • To work closely with children aged 0-5 years old, looking after their daily needs such as feeding, nappy changing and toileting
  • To work as part of a team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children
  • To plan, provide and support age-appropriate play opportunities in line with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care
  • To ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care
  • To be a key person for an allocated number of children and their families
  • To observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress
  • Provide an enabling environment that meets the needs of each unique individual child
  • To build and maintain positive relationships with parents/carers
  • To adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures
  • To ensure confidentiality is adhered to at all times
  • To attend regular team meetings
  • To ensure standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times
  • To attend additional training events and meetings as identified by the setting manager for training requirements
  • To liaise and work in partnership with external agencies (both statutory and voluntary) to support children within the setting as appropriate
  • To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary by the setting manager

Where it leads

For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

About Shining Stars Day Nursery

At Shining Stars Day Nursery, we believe that each child is unique and deserves a nurturing environment to grow and develop.

 

Our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment that encourages children to explore and learn through play.

 

Our experienced team of qualified staff is dedicated to supporting your child's individual needs and interests, and we work in partnership with parents to ensure the best possible outcomes for each child.

Things to consider

Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE or equivalent English (grade 4+) — essential
  • GCSE or equivalent Maths (grade 4+) — essential
  • Apprenticeship Early Years Practitioner (grade Pass) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 29-31 Clare Road, Halifax, HX1 2JP

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