Apprentice Early Years Practitioner BLOSSOMING BUDDIES CHILDCARE LTD

Futures Job Shop 002; Soham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Soham is seeking an Apprentice Early Years Practitioner to support childcare in a nurturing environment. The role offers training towards an Early Years Practitioner Level 2 qualification with opportunities for advancement. Candidates should possess customer care skills, creativity, and a non-judgmental attitude. The position includes benefits like professional development and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Paid DBS and paediatric first aid

Company pension scheme

Online development training

Qualifications

• Candidates should have relevant qualifications and industry experience.
• Commitment to learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work with children in a caring and supportive environment.
• Assist other staff members and participate in collaborative tasks.

Skills

Customer care skills

Creative

Non-judgemental

Job description

Apprentice Early Years Practitioner BLOSSOMING BUDDIES CHILDCARE LTD

Blossoming Buddies are a new busy childcare setting based in Soham, providing home-based child care in a warm, cozy, stimulating setting. We follow the Hygge approach, encouraging children to explore and learn through play and imagination, appreciating our environment and bringing nature indoors.

We are looking to expand and have some exciting plans for development. The successful candidate will start an Early Years Practitioner Level 2 apprenticeship with Eden Training. Candidates who want a career working within Early Years should apply.

What you'll do at work

• You will need to be a team player who will be an asset to our small, caring, family-oriented setting.
• All staff receive support, are valued for their hard work, and are shown appreciation.
• Work with children
• Help other members of staff

Training to be provided

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider
EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Training course
Early years practitioner (level 2)

Training schedule
The apprenticeship will take place at the workplace and will be delivered on a hybrid approach, which includes face-to-face visits and monthly meetings with the skills coach.

Entry Requirements

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

Skills required

• Customer care skills
• Creative
• Non-judgemental

Company benefits

We will pay for your DBS and paediatric first aid. Once joining, you will also be enrolled into our Company pension scheme as well as asked to complete some professional online development training once fully qualified.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress onto a level 3 qualification.

Closing Date and Salary

The closing date for this job offer is on 24/10/2025. The salary is £11,778 for your first year, which could increase depending on your age.

Location

This job is located in Soham, near Ely, Cambs.