Job Description
Early Years Practitioner Apprentice
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery
Rate of Pay: Apprenticeship rate (in line with age and experience)
Contract Type: 52 weeks a year
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Contract Term: Fixed-term apprenticeship leading to potential permanent employment
Start Date: 1st June 2026
Place of Work: 2 Balgores Lane, Romford, Essex RM2 5JR
Website: www.gideaparkprep.co.uk/
We are currently recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to join our thriving and expanding nursery. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone at the beginning of their Early Years career who is passionate about working with young children and eager to learn from an experienced and supportive team.
Why Join Us
At Gidea Park, children are at the heart of everything we do. As an apprentice, you’ll be part of a warm, supportive team who will guide you as you learn, develop and gain hands on experience with children aged 2–5. This is more than just an apprenticeship—it’s the first step in a meaningful career where you’ll help shape children’s futures.
What You’ll Gain
• Fully supported training towards your Early Years qualification
• Real nursery experience in a thriving independent school
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced Early Years professionals
• Opportunities to develop confidence, creativity and practical skills
• Potential progression into a permanent role after completing your apprenticeship
What We’re Looking For
• A genuine passion for working with young children
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a professional Early Years environment
• Creativity, enthusiasm and a caring nature
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Commitment to supporting children’s learning through play, exploration and imagination
Interested candidates should send an application at the earliest possible time. To Apply please follow this link – https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001181
The review of applications will begin as soon as applications are received. The school reserves the right to appoint before the stated application deadline date should an exceptionally appropriate candidate be identified.
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).