Early Years Apprentice

Dorridge, Solihull, B93 8NP

Ref: VAC-01088

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £15,704.00 per year

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 29/08/2025

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Company: Bentley Manor Childcare Centre (Bright Stars)

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

Bentley Manor Childcare Centre is seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and pursue a Level 3 childcare qualification. As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, taking responsibility for a group of key children, planning engaging activities, and completing observations to support their development. You will ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children, comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework, and help create a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment. Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues is at the heart of this role. At Bentley Manor, we foster a nurturing environment that encourages independence and supports children’s growth through both indoor and outdoor learning. Our extensive and secure gardens serve as an extension of the classroom, offering daily adventures that reflect the seven areas of learning and development in the EYFS. In return, we offer a range of benefits including a uniform allowance, a paid day off on your birthday, 28 days of holiday, childcare discounts, a refer-a-friend scheme, and access to a healthcare scheme.

Qualifications required

GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five

Personal qualities

A BIG smile!
Sense of humour
Friendly
Enthusiasm and patience
Willing to progress

Skills required

Good communication skills
Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
Organisation
An attentive and compassionate nature

Future Prospects

A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship

Other Information

DBS and references required, DBS paid for by company

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

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Early Years Apprentice