APPRENTICE TEACHING ASSISTANT

Location

Nateby Primary School Longmoor Lane Nateby Preston PR3 0JH , PR3 0JH (80 on roll)

Tel: 01995 602945
School website: www.nateby.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

We are seeking a motivated, caring, and enthusiastic Apprentice Early Years Practitioner to join our vibrant, Reception/year 1 team within a warm and welcoming primary school environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about working with young children to gain hands-on experience while working towards a Early Years Educator qualification.

This role is on a fixed term contract basis. 

The successful candidate will support the planning and delivery of high-quality learning experiences, tailored to the individual needs of the children. You will be guided and supported by experienced practitioners and take part in all aspects of daily early years school life.

As an apprentice, you will be working full time at Nateby Primary School. The role will be as an Early Year’s Childcare Apprenticeship. You will be employed for 31.25 hours.

Training is provided and this will take up 20% of these hours (one day).

Key Responsibilities:

Support the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum or any age-appropriate alternate curriculum

Assist in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment

Lead and Engage in play and learning activities with children, promoting development across all areas

Help with the observation and recording of children’s progress and contribute to planning next steps

Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

Support daily routines, including snack time, toileting, and outdoor play

Attend training sessions and complete coursework towards the Level 2 Early Years Educator qualification

Adhere to school policies

What We Offer:

A supportive and experienced team to help you grow and succeed
A high-quality training programme delivered by an accredited training provider
Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic school environment
A welcoming school community committed to the development of every child and adult

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

Grade GCSE E / 2 or above

Desirable Experience

Experience of working with young children

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mrs Helen Smith - Headteacher

Proposed Interview Date:

04/08/2025 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.