Early Years Apprentice

MP Training and Recruitment; Fleet; On-site; GBP 26,662 - 27,086; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £26,662.20–£27,086.30 per year

20 days annual leave plus bank holiday

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Bright Horizons Church Crookham Day Nursery in Church Crookham Village, Fleet, Hampshire, is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to join our team, caring for babies and children up to age 5 with assessor support for your formal qualification.

You will engage in interactive play, reading, and outdoor learning to foster curiosity and development, with training provided and a strong emphasis on safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship and achieving a formal qualification.
• English qualification at GCSE Level 4 or equivalent required (or willing to complete alongside apprenticeship).
• Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 as part of a team.
• Engage in interactive play, activities, reading, and outdoor learning to support development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Passion for learning

Education

GCSE English (C/Level 4+) or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Nursery –Bright Horizons Church Crookham Day NurserySalary – £26,662.20 - £27,086.30 Annual per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location –Church Crookham, Fleet, HampshireAre you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”I am recruiting for an early years apprentice to join our Church Crookham day nursery, situated in Church Crookham Village. This nursery offers opportunities to develop early years knowledge, e.g. nurture training, outdoor learning sessions, in a newly furbished nursery bringing pride to your room, with a management team who are striving for outstanding.Our Benefits£26,662.20 - £27,086.30 per annumChildcare discount of 40% for first childEnhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coachSubject to T&CsThe RoleAs an Early Years Apprentice, you will work as part of a team to look after babies and children up to the age of 5. You will have adventures with our children through interactive play, activities, reading, and encouraging their curious minds – creating learning opportunities that support the children’s learning. With the support of your assessor, you will attend all required training and coursework for completion of your formal qualification. You will reflect and proactively use new ideas and initiatives, including feedback, to enhance development and learning.What we’re looking forCommitment to completing your apprenticeshipEnglish qualification GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2. If not already held, a willingness to complete alongside your apprenticeshipPrevious experience working with children beneficial but not essential - Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similar.Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each childAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parentsAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adultsBright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!