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Apprentice Nursery Assistant

St Cuthbert'S Roman Catholic Academy Trust · Market Weighton · posted 21 October 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
7 December 2026
Closing date
20 November 2026
Positions
1

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We have amazing pupils who are eager to learn and have supportive families. This role is perfect for someone who wants to develop their experience working with young pupils in the nursery / reception classes.

You will learn:

  • To support teaching and learning in our nursery
  • To support the class teacher in all aspects of day-to-day school life
  • To help our youngest pupils to develop their skills and understanding
  • To communicate with parents and carers about their children
  • To ensure that all pupils are safeguarded effectively

Your training

This apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 6 of your working hours per week will be spent training or studying.

Where it leads

Our nursery and reception class numbers are growing. We hope that the role will lead to the successful applicant staying with us and progressing after achieving the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship. 

About St Cuthbert'S Roman Catholic Academy Trust

St Mary’s VC Academy in Market Weighton is part of the St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic Academy Trust. Our school is a vibrant, culturally diverse, inclusive and friendly academy located in Market Weighton a small town in East Yorkshire, which serves our local church the parish of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and our local community.

We strive to accept the mission of Jesus in everything we do, every day. As a caring school, we welcome you to look at our school website and hope that you find it full of useful information.

Things to consider

  • The succesful applicant will be subject to passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to appointment and starting work
  • The role will sometimes be outside in the fresh air and working with these young infants and children does involve physical work too

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessChild Safety

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Language (grade Grade 4 or C / equivalent) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade Grade 4 or C / equivalent) — essential

Where you'll work

  • St Mary S VC Academy, Sancton Road, Market Weighton, YO43 3DB