Early Years Practitioner Apprentice — Paid Training & Perks

Bright Little Stars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% off-the-job learning

High apprentice salaries

Daily hot staff lunches

Wellness programme

Apprentice support days

Mentor system

Job summary

Bright Little Stars is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship in London to study towards a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner. You will plan and lead play activities, support numeracy and literacy, and develop under a dedicated mentor while earning and learning.

Requirements include GCSE maths and English (level 1) preferred. Expect a 5-week paid trial, a structured progression, and a pathway to a future role within Bright Little Stars.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English (level 1) preferred.
• Aim to work towards Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard.
• On-the-job training with 20% off-the-job learning included.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out child-initiated and adult-led play activities supporting children's needs and interests.
• Provide activities promoting numeracy, literacy and language development.
• Act as key person to help children feel safe, secure and valued.
• Carry out observations and use them to plan for individual children’s needs.
• Assist with welfare, safety and safeguarding reporting as required.
• Engage with parents and professionals to support children’s development.
• Complete apprenticeship requirements and meet deadlines with mentor support.

Skills

Self-motivation

Good communication

Time management

Deadline skills

Empathetic

Kind

Caring

Passionate

Education

GCSE maths and English (level 1)

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard

Job description

Bright Little Stars is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship in London to study towards a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner. You will plan and lead play activities, support numeracy and literacy, and develop under a dedicated mentor while earning and learning.

Requirements include GCSE maths and English (level 1) preferred. Expect a 5-week paid trial, a structured progression, and a pathway to a future role within Bright Little Stars.