Early Years Apprentice

Durham County Council · County Durham

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Wingate Community Nursery is a welcoming and friendly setting where children can learn, play and grow in a safe, caring environment. The nursery provides engaging activities, encourages creativity and independence, and supports each child’s individual development. With dedicated staff and a strong community spirit, children are encouraged to build confidence and friendships.

37 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 8:00am until 4:00pm. Whole time contract with a holiday allowance of 27 days (10 days of this would need to be used for school closures throughout the year, not including bank holidays). 37 hours a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4), Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Possibility of further training and a permanent position.

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Posted 02 Oct 2026
Apply by 14 Oct 2026

Where you'd be based

TS28 5BD

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