Nursery Educator Apprentice

Willowdown Primary School, Bridgwater, TA6 4FU

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  5 May 2026

• Closing date

  26 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Work Pattern – Monday – Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm, which includes 1 day at college, term time only.
• Contract type: Fixed term - 18 months
• Full-time equivalent salary: Actual salary £10,992
• Hourly rate: £7.54 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven ability for self-study

• Has the ability to work effectively with a range of people and children

• Has good standard of education (5 x GCSE’s – English and Maths C or above)

• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

What the school offers its staff

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Willowdown, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

Find out more about what it’s like to work with us at:https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Willowdown Primary School is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Nursery Educator Apprentice to join our team. This will involve attending college one day per week. This is an exciting opportunity to be responsible for supporting pupils within the Nursery. You will help bring our innovative curriculum to life, as you maintain good order and discipline, engage pupils of all abilities to reach their full potential. You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Willowdown

Willowdown Primary School, in Bridgwater, is a growing and ambitious school with a modern approach to education. It is known for its caring community, strong focus on wellbeing, and creative curriculum that supports every child’s academic and personal growth. Willowdown Primary School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Futura Recruitment Pack - 2026.pdf - 858 KB (opens in new tab)

JD PS Nursery Apprentice (Dec 24) (3).pdf - 270 KB (opens in new tab)

About Willowdown Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 342 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Willowdown Primary School website
• Email address: HMILLS@futuralearning.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/willowdown-primary-school

Primary School with 12 classes

Arranging a visit to Willowdown Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HMILLS@futuralearning.co.uk.

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