Early Years Apprentice

Bright Horizons; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in the United Kingdom is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship. As an apprentice, you will care for children under 5, facilitating their development through engaging activities and play. The role emphasizes effective communication and developing relationships with children and parents. Benefits include childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, and a professional development program.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete necessary qualifications.
• Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to 5 years.
• Encourage children's development through play and activities.
• Attend required training for formal qualification.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Commitment to completing apprenticeship

Ability to develop trust

Passion for making learning fun

Education

GCSE Grade C / Level 4 in English or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Job Title: Early Years Apprentice

As 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 development. With the support of your assessor, you will attend all required training and coursework for the completion of your formal qualification. You will reflect and proactively use new ideas and initiatives, including feedback, to enhance development and learning.

Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship
• English qualification GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2. Willingness to complete if not already held
• Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential (e.g., Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder)
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to develop trust and strong partnerships with colleagues and parents
• Effective communication skills with children and adults

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We will consider reasonable adjustments. Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Our Benefits:

• Childcare discount of 40% for the first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure; option to purchase additional leave
• Pension scheme
• Financial and wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Access to a professional development programme at every career stage, including a careers coach