Early Years Apprentice

Your future in Early Years starts here apply for a LEYF Apprenticeship Starting salary of 15704 - 20280 Places available across our London-based nurseries - LEYF our Apprentices love that theyre part of something bigger learning on the job gaining a recognised qualification and helping children aged 0-5 grow and develop. We provide extra paid training each week in our dedicated Apprenticeship Academy which is part of one of our nurseries so youll be supported every step of the way.

But dont just take our word for it heres what our people say:

Doing the Apprenticeship was the best decision Ive ever made. The Apprenticeship team are amazing theres so much support behind it. If youre ever struggling with anything theyre always there. Im now a qualified Teacher! Becky Level 3 Early Years Teacher

I never would have thought at the age of 19 that I would find a career that would bring so much fulfilment and happiness. Even now my passion for influencing a childs learning journey and making it the best experience possible for them stays with me. Now I continue to do this by supporting the next generation of Apprentices to find the same joy in this amazing career. Michelle Apprenticeship Programme Manager

What we offer you

• Full-time role 40 hours/week MondayFriday

• Youll get the national apprenticeship salary of between 15704 - 20280

• Youll be part of a small cohort of 20-25 learners where youll make friends and have study buddies to help each other through your apprenticeship

• Get support in achieving your Level 3 Early Years qualification with additional in-house tutor support plus learning and study sessions every week in our Apprenticeship Academy

• Guaranteed interview for a permanent Teacher role once qualified bringing your salary to a minimum of 28808. We have a 100% success rate!

• Extra training available in topics like Special Educational Needs Coaching and Sustainability!

• 70% childcare discount for your children/grandchildren at a LEYF nursery

• 35 days holiday including bank holidays and your birthday off

• Sector-leading parental leave wellbeing support shopping discounts annual conference and awards and more!

• If you are a care leaver youll get an extra study bursary. Just let us know when you apply

• A whole host of extra benefits and discounts specific to being an Apprentice! See more on our website

Who you are

Youll enjoy being around children be ready to learn and excited to start a long-term career in Early Years. Were looking for people who believe like we do that every child deserves the best start in life. Our Apprentices are our future Teachers who care deeply about childrens wellbeing who take the time to listen to smile to show up with kindness and patience every single day.

If you believe in changing the world one child at a time well give you the tools training and support to do exactly that. Plus youll have a job for life once you achieve your qualification with LEYF!

To be eligible you must:

• Be aged 16 (no upper age limit!)

• Have the right to work in the UK

• Be available full-time all year round

• If you dont have Level 2 Functional Skills or GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 then dont worry because well help you to achieve this

Our Apprenticeships usually start in January April September and November so its never too late to apply. Youll get hands-on learning in our Apprenticeship Academy with our amazing team. Theyve been through it themselves and can help you complete your apprenticeship in as little as 12 months.

When you join youll be based at a specific nursery for 4 days a week. Your 1 day per week at the Academy is included in your paid 40 hours. Youll enjoy educational trips with your cohort access to a rich library of learning resources and ongoing support from both your nursery manager and coach.

If this sounds like you wed love to hear from you! Our recruitment process is quick so youll hear from us within 3-5 days after applying. Reach us at or 0 for any questions.

About LEYF

Were the London Early Years Foundation a family of 43 nurseries in London. With our unique charitable social enterprise model were leading change in Early Years ensuring equal education and care for all children to give them the best start in life. 75% of our nurseries are in deprived areas of London meaning you have the chance to make the biggest impact by working with us. Any profits we make get reinvested back into the business giving more to our people and to the children.