Career Development at Fennies

Fennies Academy

Leading the Early Years Sector Since 1992

Learning and Development has been created as part of our commitment to supporting the growth and development of our colleagues throughout Fennies. Being passionate about Early Years and Child Development, we want to help people progress in their careers and show you the different routes you can take and the qualifications that will help you get there.

Fennies Academy
We’re focused on internal professional growth at Fennies. We want our practitioners to feel empowered and confident, making every child feel like they are valued and heard. As a Fennies family, we are one big community and are committed to supporting each other, sharing best practice and to lead our own learning. Inspiring sessions will help those discovering more about child development, all the way up to those looking to develop their leadership skills.
Gain up to date training and a personalised development plan
Regular check ins during your time with Fennies
Feel supported and ready to grow your career
Fennies Placements
Fennies offer placements for those who choose to study Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 at local colleges as well as work experience for school students. We aim to make placements the highlight of a student’s qualification where they have the chance to gain a real insight into the challenging yet rewarding work of childcare.
Offering work experience for Year 10 and Year 11
Helping students fulfil placement hours as part of their qualification
Explore a future career in childcare, experience working life and receive free lunch!
Fennies Apprenticeships
We currently offer Level 2 and 3 Early Years Apprenticeships at Fennies. These apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity to “earn while you learn” and give the best possible insights into the world of childcare. We offer our apprentices a supportive environment to learn the necessary skills and gain valuable ‘hands-on’ experience to succeed in the Early Years sector.
Up to 20 months (depending on level of apprenticeship)
A fantastic opportunity to become an apprentice with an award-winning nursery
Receive a competitive salary, up to 50% reimbursed travel and free lunches!

We guide you

Fennies Academy
We’re focused on internal professional growth at Fennies. We want our practitioners to feel empowered and confident, making every child feel like they are valued and heard. As a Fennies family, we are one big community and are committed to supporting each other, sharing best practice and to lead our own learning. Inspiring sessions will help those discovering more about child development, all the way up to those looking to develop their leadership skills.
Gain up to date training and a personalised development plan
Regular check ins during your time with Fennies
Feel supported and ready to grow your career

We motivate you

Fennies Placements
Fennies offer placements for those who choose to study Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 at local colleges as well as work experience for school students. We aim to make placements the highlight of a student’s qualification where they have the chance to gain a real insight into the challenging yet rewarding work of childcare.
Offering work experience for Year 10 and Year 11
Helping students fulfil placement hours as part of their qualification
Explore a future career in childcare, experience working life and receive free lunch!

We support you

Fennies Apprenticeships
We currently offer Level 2 and 3 Early Years Apprenticeships at Fennies. These apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity to “earn while you learn” and give the best possible insights into the world of childcare. We offer our apprentices a supportive environment to learn the necessary skills and gain valuable ‘hands-on’ experience to succeed in the Early Years sector.
Up to 20 months (depending on level of apprenticeship)
A fantastic opportunity to become an apprentice with an award-winning nursery
Receive a competitive salary, up to 50% reimbursed travel and free lunches!

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