Trainee Early Years Specialist (Monday – Thursday)

We are looking for an inspiring trainee to join our team and help our children thrive. This is a chance to study towards a Level 3 qualification via an apprenticeship while working in one of our rooms. The vacancy is in one of our rooms for under 3s.

Trainees are expected to take responsibility for their own learning, build their portfolio in their own time and work towards agreed targets with the aim of completing the Level 3 Diploma within an agreed timescale. Trainees receive regular supervisions at the Centre plus extensive support from qualified practitioners and specialists.

The salary is £23,897.22 pro rata (equivalent to £28,004.56 for full time hours). The role is 32 hours / week – Monday to Thursday. 

You can see full details of this opportunity in this recruitment pack. This includes information on how to apply.

For this role there is a deadline for applications of 8am on Monday 16th November. Please contact recruitment@eastonccc.org.uk with any questions.

Key Requirements

• Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed – this is a chance to study towards a Level 3 qualification via an apprenticeship while working in one of our rooms. 
• Experience & Approach: Motivated, energetic, and passionate about quality, child-centred early education. Experience in a similar role would be favourable but not essential.
• Core Values: Personal and professional commitment to anti-racist practice, trauma-informed care, and embracing diversity.
• Safeguarding: Dedicated to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Attributes: A caring and empathetic approach to childcare, able to follow systems and procedures, open to learning and improving, positive can-do attitude, calm and concise communication.

About Us

We aren’t just any nursery; we’re an established independent charity in the heart of Easton. Our vision is to provide “a sense of belonging, not just fitting in.” 

• Exceptional Outdoor Provision: A huge garden inspiring risky and messy play, a community allotment garden, and Forest School every Friday.
• Creative Studio: Access to our specialised studio offering woodwork, clay, and mixed media.
• Professional Empowerment: We are educators who look at the “bigger picture.” We offer regular training and actively encourage you to take the lead in areas of early years practice that ignite your passion.

What We Offer to staff 

Working at ECCC means joining a vibrant, culturally diverse team with management that prioritises your well-being.

• Time Off: 7+ weeks annual leave, paid sick leave, enhanced maternity leave, and Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) for meetings/training.
• Financial & Health: generous pension scheme (5% employer contribution), health cash plan, annual pay reviews, and an employee childcare discount. Real Living Wage Employer.
• Wellbeing & Support: Regular 6-weekly supervisions and plentiful opportunities for training and career progression, access to Medicash (app for claiming free/discounted health and wellbeing services) and employee assist programme which gives free access to talking therapies.
• Everyday Perks: Free tasty meals and snacks from our in-house chef, free uniform, and on-site parking (subject to availability).

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups in Early Years and those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

You can see full details of this opportunity in this recruitment pack. This includes information on how to apply – don’t forget to apply before the deadline! Please contact recruitment@eastonccc.org.uk with any questions.