Early Years Apprentice - Kids Planet Sale

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Sale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Apprentice to join their nurturing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn and develop skills in caring for and educating young children. With a commitment to professional growth, you will receive accredited training and support from a dedicated team. The firm prides itself on its family-oriented culture and is recognized as a Great Place to Work. Enjoy perks like free meals, enhanced leave, and a day off for your birthday, all while making a meaningful impact in children's lives. If you're passionate about early years education and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave

Regular staff rewards

Long service awards

Dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria.
• Pass Maths and English entry assessments.

Responsibilities

• Learn to care for and educate children aged 0-5 years.
• Ensure the safeguarding of children in your care.
• Work as part of a successful team.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Apprenticeship eligibility criteria

Job description

Early Years Apprentice - Kids Planet Sale

Wharf Rd, Sale M33 2AF, UK

Job Description

Posted Tuesday 11 March 2025 at 01:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family-owned group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges.

We are currently looking for an Early Years Apprentice at Kids Planet Sale to join a level 2 or 3 course with the Kids Planet Training Academy.

Why become an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Sale?

• Town centre location with good transport links.
• Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.
• Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

What’s in it for you?

• Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.
• Accredited training with the KP Academy.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility and Adoption leave.
• Regular staff rewards.
• Long service awards.
• Dedicated wellbeing package.
• Highly discounted childcare.
• A day off for your birthday.

Responsibilities of an Early Years Apprentice:

• Learn how to care for and educate children between the ages of 0-5 years old.
• Ensure the safeguarding of children in your care.
• Work as part of a successful team.
• Liaise with parents on matters relating to their children.

To progress your application in this role, you must meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria, including having lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years, along with passing Maths and English entry assessments.

As a guide, Level 2 apprenticeships take approximately 15 months to complete, and Level 3 apprenticeships take approximately 18 months to complete.

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.