Job Vacancy
Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Mansel Park Nursery, Southampton
About the Role
Do you have a real passion for supporting children's learning and development through play and first-hand experiences?
Do you want to work somewhere that puts children's needs and interests first?
Are you looking for a new challenge in an exciting and innovative setting?
If you can answer yes to all these questions, then we'd like to hear from you!
The main responsibility will be to work as part of the Nursery team in providing an excellent standard of care and learning opportunities for children aged 2, 3 and 4. To work with and support children, including those with a variety of academic, physical and emotional/behavioural needs, on a group or individual basis.
Previous experience is desired; specific training will be given. Level 3 qualification in childcare and education can be obtained during this role.
About Our Nursery
Mansel Park Nursery, part of Mansel Park Primary School (rated as likely Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025), provides a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for local children. Being situated within a school setting offers exceptional access to extensive outdoor spaces, including fields, ECO areas, and Forest School provision. This allows children to experience and benefit from the natural world every day.
Our dedicated team is caring and supportive, led by early years specialist teachers who also create excellent opportunities for professional development and training.
As part of The Learning Federation Partnership of Schools, we collaborate closely with three other nurseries within our network. This partnership enables us to continually create new opportunities for both our staff and children, supporting everyone to grow and thrive.
Our Collective Vision
Find out why we do what we do and what being part of our partnership of schools and nursery settings means for our team of staff.
Find Out More & Apply
To find out more, simply click below to view the Job Advert and Job Description. To apply, simply click the button below to download the application form and return to our school address:
Mansel Park Nursery, Culver Close, Southampton SO16 9HZ
