Apprenticeship · Early years
Apprentice Nursery Practitioner
Magic Tree Nursery · Harrogate · HG3
- Wage
- £16,640 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£16,640 ÷ 40 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 40 a week
- Apply by
- 20 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- 30 Nov 2026The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Early Years Educator (Level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- Luminate Education Group
- Posted
- 9 Nov 2026
- Reference
- 2000062650
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to Magic Tree Nursery.
The apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour for 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027; older apprentices after their first year may qualify for a higher age rate. Check the apprentice minimum wage.
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About this apprenticeship
Successful applicant has a calm and positive personality and is enthusiastic about working with young children:
- Can work as part of a friendly team
- Supports the room lead with daily tasks and uses their initiative, where appropriate
- Be a ‘key person’ to a small group of children, build up and promote positive relationships with their families
- Nurtures and supports the health, well-being and education of young children
- Monitors children’s progress to ensure they reach their individual range-related development
- Creates engaging activities that follow children’s interests and inspires them throughout the day
- Enables children to become independent through positive communication and praise
Working week: Monday to Friday, Shifts to be confirmed
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
Qualifications the employer asks for
- English (A to C or 9 to 4) – essential
- Maths (A to C or 9 to 4) – essential
- Early Years / Childcare – essential
About Magic Tree Day Nursery
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- Registered places
- 28
- Advertised by
- Magic Tree Nursery
The Magic Tree Nursery was formed in 2007 and is situated in the old stables block of Swarcliffe Hall.
The nursery is open for 51 weeks of the year, from 8am to 6pm, and helps to provide childcare for some BGS pupils during non-term time.
We accept babies from three months old
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 20 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and LUMINATE EDUCATION GROUP contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Questions about apprenticeships
What qualification will I work towards?
The advertised course is Early years educator (level 3) at Level 3. Confirm the training details with the provider.
How long does the apprenticeship last?
The advertised duration is 1 Year 6 Months. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.
Where do I apply?
Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 20 Nov 2026. Your application goes to Magic Tree Nursery.
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