Childcare Apprentice

Job Description Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinaryAre you passionate about working with children and ready to build a meaningful career in early years? OurEarly Years Apprenticeshipoffers the perfect opportunity to earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and start a long-term career with one of the UKs leading childcare providers.The roleEarly Years ApprenticeYoull work alongside experienced early years professionals, supporting babies and young children under the age of five in a safe, nurturing and inspiring learning environment.Location:West Cambridge Day Nursery, Cambridge,CB3 0FZContract:37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per yearWorking pattern:Varied shifts, Monday to Friday between 07:3018:30Start date window:12 March 17 April 2026Salary:7.57 per hour to start, rising to10.00 per hour after six monthsin postWhy join Childbase Partnership?Weve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Across our day nurseries, Head Office and Training Academy (EduBase), our ethos is simple:we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe incareers, not jobs, and were proud to invest in the next generation of early years professionals.What youll receiveGenerous annual leave:23 days paid leave per year (pro rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidaysOutstanding childcare discount:75% off nursery fees (or 40% grandparent discount) from day oneExclusive partner benefits:Long-service awards, qualification bonuses and retail discountsWellbeing support:Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing serviceCareer progression:A permanent role as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner on successful completion of your apprenticeshipAbout usEmployee-owned:Every colleague is a partner with a voice and when we do well, you receive an annual tax-free dividendNumber one:Ranked top of theNursery Worldleague tables for Ofsted outcomesCommunity focused:Proud to have raised over3.5 million for charityEnvironmentally responsible:All nurseries hold Green Flag awards and operate using 100% renewable energyCommitted to learning:Our in-house academy, EduBase, is a trusted provider of high-quality early years trainingAbout youYoull thrive in this role if you are:Passionate about working with children:Youre interested in child development and excited to build a long-term career in early yearsEager to learn:You enjoy hands-on learning and are motivated to develop skills in planning and delivering engaging activities linked to the early years curriculumNurturing and safety-focused:You ensure every child feels safe, valued and happy, following policies, procedures and guidance from your management team and Trainer/AssessorOrganised and self-motivated:You can manage your time effectively, making good use of off-the-job learning time and completing coursework to deadlinesA team player:You communicate confidently and enjoy building positive relationships with children, parents and colleaguesWhat does our apprenticeship offer you?A blend of practical experience and theory:Youll be based in the nursery, with regular visits from a Trainer/Assessor and group training sessions (every 68 weeks) at our academy in Newport PagnellA recognised qualification:Study towards aLevel 2 Early Years PractitionerorLevel 3 Early Years Educatorqualification, determined through an online initial assessmentFunctional Skills support:If required, youll complete English and/or maths Functional Skills qualifications in line with government and EYFS requirementsPaediatric First Aid:Training delivered at our academy, with certification valid for three yearsEligibility criteriaTo be considered, you must:Have theRight to Work in the UKand aNational Insurance numberIdeally hold photographic ID (passport or driving licence full or provisional)Have access to a laptop or PC for online assessments and courseworkHave been resident in the UK for at least the last three yearsBe able to travel to group training sessions inNewport Pagnell (MK16 8NJ) travel costs will be coveredInclusion & next stepsWere proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Applicants must be16+, in line with government apprenticeship rules. Were committed toFREDIE fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion and engagement and will consider any reasonable adjustments.If you meet the essential criteria, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team.Applicants must live within a commutable distance of the nursery. Visa sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, including anEnhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-22