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Early Years SEND Apprentice

The Peartree Kindergarten Limited · Ipswich · posted 20 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Early years educator (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
20 August 2026
Positions
2

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  • Contribute to providing outstanding care and a stimulating environment for all children who attend Peartree Kindergarten
  • To begin to support the personal care needs of children whilst encouraging their independence (help with toileting, nappy changes and feeding where needed)
  • Supporting the room leader or other team members with observations as and when required
  • Be a team player and build up good relationships with other members of staff employed by Peartree Kindergarten
  • Provide equal opportunities for all children and their families attending Peartree Kindergarten
  • Begin to understand and implement all the policies and procedures as outlined by Peartree Kindergarten
  • To participate in the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • Be kind, caring, compassionate and empathetic to all children and their families
  • Attend staff meetings, training sessions or nursery events as and when it is required of you
  • To ensure that you always safeguard children and report any concerns that you may have to the appropriate person. The safety of all children is paramount
  • Always maintain the highest levels of confidentiality
  • Be proactive and always use your initiative
  • To work towards and complete a Level 3 apprenticeship in Early years
  • Have fun, be humorous and enjoy working with children and their families

Where it leads

There may be an opportunity to become a permanent member of the team, following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About The Peartree Kindergarten Limited

The Peartree Kindergarten is the new name for Maidenhall Neighbourhood Nursery. We are a children's nursery based in Ipswich offering quality childcare for 0-11 years including the provision of the 30 hour funded scheme for 3-5 year olds. The nursery has been open since 2004 and it is currently registered as 'Good' with Ofsted.

Skills they're looking for

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

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired
  • Level 2 Early Years Early Years (grade Level 2) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Peartree Kindergarten, Conway Close, Ipswich, IP2 8PR

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