Early Years Apprentice

Bright Horizons UK; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to join their vibrant team at a nursery renowned for its supportive culture and commitment to excellence. In this role, you will engage with children through interactive play and activities, fostering their curiosity and development. With a strong emphasis on professional growth, you will receive comprehensive training and support to complete your formal qualification. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners while being part of a company that values honesty, teamwork, and respect. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

40% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Access to career coaching

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete apprenticeship and relevant qualifications.
• Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to the age of 5.
• Create learning opportunities through interactive play and activities.

Skills

Commitment to apprenticeship

Communication techniques

Ability to develop trust

Passion for making learning fun

Education

GCSE English Grade C / Level 4 or above

Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Kingston Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £28,184 p/a (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Kingston upon Thames

Are 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.”

We’re looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our Kingston Day Nursery.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

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 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 for

• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship
• English qualification GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2. If not already held, a willingness to complete alongside your apprenticeship
• Previous 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 child
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!