ALPHA Nursery is looking to support an enthusiastic applicant on an apprenticeship scheme working 36 hours within the nursery (a rota operates between 7.30 am - 6.00 pm) which will include training time at college.

The apprenticeship is fully funded and will commence as soon as possible and will last for one year, the successful applicant will be expected to complete an NVQ level 2 or 3 within this time.

Applicants must hold a GCSE grade C or above in both Maths and English to qualify for the funding, however there are opportunities and funding available to complete the GCSEs alongside the apprenticeship.

You must be 17-24 years of age to qualify for Government funding and be able to commit to study and daily duties within the nursery.

You will be able to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining a professional and friendly manner at all times. A DBS clearance at enhanced level is required prior to any offer of employment.

A training wage of £98.55 per week is offered to support candidates.



Our ideal candidate will: • have a commitment to training and daily duties within the nursery • have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every pupil • have a helpful, positive, calm and caring nature • be committed to Ark's ethos of high expectations and no excuses.

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy, previously Somers Park Primary School, joined the Ark network in September 2013, and forms part of the Portsmouth Hub of Ark schools, including Charter Academy and Ark Dickens Primary Academy.

Ark is an education charity and network of 31 academies in Portsmouth, Birmingham, Hastings and London. We aim to run a network of outstanding schools and ensure every child has the opportunity by age 18 to go to university or follow the career of their choice.



Please submit your application form by Wednesday 8th July 2015.