Apprentice Early Years Educator 
 
Contract type: Fixed term until 31st March 2028
Work pattern: 32.5 hours per week, Term time only + 1 Training Day (38.2 weeks)
Salary information: Minimum of £10.85 per hour (in line with Apprenticeship Guidelines)
Start date: September 2026
 
This apprenticeship is particularly suited to young people starting their career journey. Applications from all eligible candidates are welcome. 
 
This is an exciting opportunity to work and train with our vibrant and nurturing early years setting in an accredited Values Based and multi-cultural primary school. 
 
'Charville is a really rewarding place to work. The school values help to make the school feel like a community.' – Teaching Assistant 
 
'Charville thrives due to the hard work and commitment from staff who work tirelessly to improve children's education, and children who strive to push themselves in all areas of their learning.' - Middle Leader 
 
'Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ achievement in all subjects. Over time, pupils develop skills successfully in communication, including listening well and debating different points of view maturely. They are well prepared for the next stages in their education.' – OFSTED May 2023 
 
Charville Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, passionate individual to join our early years setting. Do you have a passion about nurturing and shaping young minds? Do you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of children? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!   
 
We can offer you: 

• A friendly, established and professional school staff.
• A leadership team committed to rapid improvement.
• Opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• An experienced team.
• A well-established early year setting.
• A high quality outdoor and indoor environment.
• Training and development to achieve your goals and aspirations and earn on the Early Years Educator (level 3) Qualification.
• Support to complete your qualification. 

We are looking for: 

• An enthusiastic individual, with a passion for supporting and achieving children ‘s learning.
• A positive ‘can do’ approach.
• A team player with determination and a sense of humour.
• A person who is committed to continuous professional development and their own learning.
• Grade 4/C GCSE Maths and English preferred; applicants without these qualifications may be considered subject to an additional assessment.   

Closing date: Friday 26th June at Noon  
Interview date: Friday 3rd July