Early Years Apprentice
Full Time 4 Days Per Week
Glenangels Childcare – Cobham, Surrey
Are you leaving school or college and looking for a career that is rewarding, inspiring and offers genuine opportunities to progress?
At Glenangels Childcare we are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and motivated individual to join our team as a Full-Time Early Years Apprentice.
This is much more than an apprenticeship. It is an opportunity to become part of a close-knit team, learn from experienced professionals and build a long-term career in one of the most rewarding professions.
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with children, wants to make a difference to their lives and is excited to learn every day.
About Glenangels
Glenangels is a bespoke childcare setting offering a truly unique home-from-home environment where children and families become part of our community.
We are proud of our three-year learning programme, where many children begin their journey with us as babies or toddlers and continue through to preschool before moving confidently on to school. This allows us to build exceptional relationships with children and families whilst supporting every stage of their development.
Our approach is personal, nurturing and ambitious. We believe every child deserves the very best start in life and our team works together to create meaningful experiences that children remember.
Because of this, we are looking for someone who shares our values and wants to grow with us.
Your Apprenticeship Journey
You will work alongside experienced practitioners whilst completing your Early Years qualification, learning how to:
- Understand children's development from babies through to preschool.
- Plan exciting learning opportunities through play.
- Support children's emotional wellbeing and confidence.
- Build trusting relationships with children and families.
- Observe, assess and record children's learning.
- Complete children's daily diaries using our digital nursery system.
- Develop excellent safeguarding knowledge.
- Deliver outstanding care and education.
- Experience outdoor learning and Forest School.
- Become a confident and professional Early Years Educator.
As your confidence and skills grow, you will gradually take on more responsibility and learn to work independently whilst always having the support of your team.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine passion for working with children.
- Is looking to build a long-term career in Early Years Education rather than simply complete an apprenticeship.
- Is kind, caring, patient and nurturing.
- Is enthusiastic and enjoys learning new skills.
- Is reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Has excellent communication skills.
- Can build positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.
- Enjoys working as part of a team.
- Can use their own initiative once trained.
- Has good organisational skills.
- Is confident using computers and technology and is willing to learn digital systems to record children's daily diaries, learning and development.
- Takes pride in providing exceptional care and education every day.
Essential Requirements
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
- Some experience caring for children, such as babysitting, volunteering, work experience, coaching, helping at children's groups or caring for younger family members.
- A willingness to complete an Early Years Apprenticeship qualification.
- A professional, caring attitude with a genuine commitment to children's wellbeing.
Career Progression
At Glenangels we believe in investing in our team.
This role is ideal for someone with ambition who wants to progress within Early Years Education. We encourage our apprentices to develop professionally and, for those who demonstrate commitment and passion, there are opportunities to continue training, gain further qualifications and progress into senior roles within the setting.
Once fully qualified, we offer competitive rates of pay, recognising the knowledge, professionalism and commitment our team brings to Glenangels.
Working at Glenangels
- Full-time position working 4 days per week.
- Paid apprenticeship with recognised qualifications.
- Friendly and supportive family team.
- Beautiful home-from-home setting.
- Small, bespoke childcare environment.
- Extensive hands-on learning and mentoring.
- Opportunities to work across babies, toddlers and preschool.
- Excellent long-term career prospects.
- No uniform – we encourage a smart, practical and professional appearance that reflects our welcoming home-from-home environment.
Location
Glenangels is located in Cobham, Surrey.
Due to our rural location, public transport and walking routes are limited. This role would therefore be well suited to someone who is learning to drive, already drives, or has reliable transport or lifts to and from work.
Join Our Team
If you are looking for a career where every day is different, where you can make a real difference to children's lives and where your hard work and ambition are recognised, we would love to hear from you.
Come and begin your Early Years career with Glenangels, where children flourish, families feel at home, and every member of the team is encouraged to grow and succeed.
Pay: £19,000.00-£21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
