Key Role Information

Salary
£Apprenticeship rates - actual salary: £13,455.00 (for the first year), then NMW
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Apprentice
Closing
06/07/2026 00:00
Interview
09/07/26
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Apprenticeship rates
Department
NURS
Key stage
Early Years
Hours per week
37.50
Weeks per year
39.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Oakwood Primary Academy is looking to recruit a committed and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice to join its friendly, caring nursery team.

This role is ideal for someone looking to join a supportive team of educators, eager to develop their skills while helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where young children can thrive and learn.

We would love to hear from you if:

  1. you have a genuine passion for early years
  2. you are committed to completing a level 3 in early years qualification and have the requirements to complete a Level 3 qualification
  3. you are committed to providing the very best opportunities for our children
  4. you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
  5. you are someone who shares our inclusive vision of education for our children

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

  1. A supportive team who place our values of ‘Knowledge, Equality, Determination and Achievement’ at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
  2. Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
  3. A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
  4. A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
  5. The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
  6. Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
  7. Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact the school on opaoffice@oakwoodpa.org.uk or 01323 501251.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible.

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly apply there.

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalentessential
Paediatric First Aid Certificateessential
Or a willingness to complete
A full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualificationdesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate toessential
Ability to demonstrate active listening skillsessential
Ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals, both verbally, and in writingessential
Ability to create and maintain high-quality and accurate recordsessential
Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlinesessential
Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the nursery and school teamessential
Ability to work in an organised and methodical manneressential

Experience

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children

Experience of working in a team

Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Experience/Knowledge

Working knowledge of legislation relevant to working with young childrenessential
Demonstrable understanding of the Early Year's Foundation Stage essential

Personal Attributes

A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethosessential
A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethosessential

About Us

Oakwood Primary Academy

Emily Sturt

esturt@auroraacademies.org.uk

Magnolia Drive
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 0SS

Safeguarding Information


Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.


Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.