We know the importance of having the best possible start to every stage of life and that’s why we’ve worked hard to develop our childcare apprenticeship programme. We offer you the tools and, most importantly, a place where you can truly feel supported and inspired to pursue your calling into the childcare sector.

As part of our apprentice program we have partnered with HAWK, one of the leading training providers, to offer you the opportunity to complete a level 2 or 3 qualification, depending on your previous experience and qualifications and individual needs. During your time on the apprenticeship you will gain knowledge of early years practices, pedagogies, safeguarding and experience all aspects of nursery life.

Level 2 apprenticeship – 14 months

Topics covered

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Children’s Learning and Development

How you’ll be assessed

Throughout your apprenticeship you will build a portfolio, have various meeting and discussions, and an end point assessment.

What functional skills you’ll gain

You will gain a deeper understanding of the EYFS and gain valuable hands-on experience.  Other skills gained include:

Speaking and listening observation

Study towards and completion of English reading and writing exam and mathematics exam

As part of our apprentice program we have partnered with HAWK, one of the leading training providers, to offer you the opportunity to complete a level 2or 3 qualification, depending on your previous experience and qualifications and individual needs. During your time on the apprenticeship you will gain knowledge of early years practices, pedagogies, safeguarding and experience all aspects of nursery life.

Level 3 apprenticeship – 20 months

Topics covered

• Health, Safety and Wellbeing
• Children’s learning and development
• Positive environments

How you’ll be assessed

• Throughout your apprenticeship you will build a portfolio, have various meeting and discussions, and an end point assessment.

What functional skills you’ll gain

As a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will have gained an in-depth knowledge of early years. At this level, you will receive more responsibility and be able to take on management roles within the nursery. Other skills gained include:

• Speaking and listening observation
• Study towards and completion of English reading and writing exam and mathematics exam
• A Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid

• Earn whilst you learn with a competitive salary
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Lunch provided
• Up to 33 days annual leave including bank holidays 
• Free uniform, training, DBS check 
• Ongoing continuous development and early years quality training and mentoring 
• Discounted food from our in-house dinner takeaway service, Fennies Fresh 
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Regular and refresher training in first aid and safeguarding
• 50% of your travel costs reimbursed

• You’ll work alongside an experienced team to mentor you and give you tips into being an early years practitioner – this is the best possible experience as they were once a beginner themselves!
• You’ll be assigned by your own tutor that will work with your manager to plan and support you through the duration of your apprenticeship programme, including visiting you in the workplace 
• You’ll be offered allocated time for off the job learning  
• With HAWK, you’ll will be given a blended learning approach of online and face to face delivery. Their approach combines established training with cutting edge methods of delivery and facilities. We work closely alongside HAWK to provide our apprentices with a comprehensive skill set that sets you up for a successful career in childcare. 

• You’ll have an interest in beginning a career in early years, delivering excellent learning activities and care to children and building bonds with parents. 
• You’ll have the ability to relate and interact with children
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop positive relationships with parents, careers and other childcare professionals
• The ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
• You will be able to relate and interact with children with good observation and organisational skills. 
• A professional attitude and the ability to use your own initiative
• A willingness to learn new skills and ability to identify when they need to ask for support
• A reasonable level of IT skills would be an advantage

Once you’ve completed a nursery apprenticeship, you’ll have gained a comprehensive skill set to begin your career as a level 2 or level 3 . After that, you can then work towards other roles in the childcare industry; including room leader, deputy nursery manager and nursery manager!