Key Info

Vacancy Type: Apprenticeship
Vacancy Reference No.: 2000059534
Job Category: Education and early years
Training Provider: UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
Salary: National Minimum Wage for Apprentices — £15,808 a year
Address: Greenway, North Curry, Taunton, TA3 6NQ

Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

North Curry Primary School
Taunton
TA3 6NQ
CLOSING DATE: November 13, 2026

North Curry Primary School (part of the Richard Huish Trust) are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable apprentice Nursery Practitioner.

Are you passionate about working with children? As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in a friendly and nurturing nursery environment. You’ll work alongside experienced practitioners while studying.

Key Duties

  • Support children’s learning, play, and development through engaging activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
  • Help create a safe, caring, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.
  • Assist with daily care routines, including mealtimes, personal care, hygiene, and promoting healthy habits.
  • Observe and support children’s progress, helping to meet their individual needs and developmental goals.
  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing procedures to ensure children are protected at all times.
  • Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues.
  • Help maintain a clean, safe, and organised nursery environment.
  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

  • Enthusiastic and caring individual with a genuine interest in working with children.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Reliable, professional, and committed to providing high-quality care and education.