Early Years Apprentice — Hands-on Childcare Career

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £26,662.20 per annum

40% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 GP

Career development programme access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Southampton is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to join our nursery team. You will care for babies and children up to age 5, engage them with interactive play, and support their learning journeys.

With a structured apprenticeship, you will complete training toward a formal qualification, supported by experienced practitioners who help you grow in confidence and skills.

Qualifications

• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship.
• English qualification GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2.
• Previous experience working with children beneficial but not essential.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 as part of a team.
• Attend required training and coursework for completion of your formal qualification.
• Reflect and proactively use new ideas and feedback to enhance development and learning.

Skills

Commitment to completing your/apprent

Trust and partnerships with colleagues

Communication with children and adults

Education

GCSE English at grade C / Level 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Bright Horizons Southampton is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to join our nursery team. You will care for babies and children up to age 5, engage them with interactive play, and support their learning journeys.

With a structured apprenticeship, you will complete training toward a formal qualification, supported by experienced practitioners who help you grow in confidence and skills.