Early Years Apprentice: Fast-Track to Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Southmoor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount (40%)

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave (incl. bank hols)

24/7 virtual GP and wellbeing benefits

Professional development & career prog

Job summary

Bright Horizons St Mary's Abingdon Nursery is offering a fast track nine month Early Years Apprenticeship Programme. You will work four days per week in the nursery, with one day at our Learning Hub, gaining practical experience while pursuing the Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.

You will be supported by experienced nursery colleagues and an apprenticeship provider, with commitment to safeguarding and ongoing pastoral support.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Commitment to completing the nine month apprenticeship programme.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2 in both subjects.
• You must have lived in the UK for the last three years; sponsorship not available.
• Previous experience with children is desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• As part of a team, care for babies and children up to age 5, supporting learning, development and wellbeing through play.
• Work four days per week in the nursery and one day per week at the Learning Hub for structured learning toward Level 3.
• Receive ongoing support from colleagues and apprenticeship specialists to become a qualified Early Years Practitioner.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Strong communication skills

Willingness to learn

Ability to build positive relations

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Bright Horizons St Mary's Abingdon Nursery is offering a fast track nine month Early Years Apprenticeship Programme. You will work four days per week in the nursery, with one day at our Learning Hub, gaining practical experience while pursuing the Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.

You will be supported by experienced nursery colleagues and an apprenticeship provider, with commitment to safeguarding and ongoing pastoral support.