Nursery Apprentice

Early YearsApprenticeship Scheme at any of our Fennies Nurseries

• Salary: Up to 27262per year

• Bonus: Potential to earn a further1000 in bonus

• 4-day or 5-day working week available

Startyour career in early years while gaining a recognised qualification.

At Fennieswe believe great childcare starts with great people. Youdontneedpreviousnursery experience to join us just a genuine passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.

As an Early Years Apprentice youll earn while you learn gaining hands-on experience in a nursery while working towards your Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification with a leading training provider.

Why join Fennies

Wesupport ourapprenticeswith great benefitsstructuredtrainingand clear career progression.

Competitive salary and bonus

• Up to 26190annual salary

• Performance-related bonuses up to 1000

• 500 referral bonus

• Childcare discount

Work-life balance

• Choice of a 4-day or 5-day working week

• 20 daysannual leaveincreasing by 1 day per year of service (up to 25) plus bank holidays

Wellbeing benefits

• BUPA Wellbeing Support

• Free daily meals from the Fennies Café

• Summer BBQs Christmas eventscompanycelebrationsandApprentice Week events

• Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards

Career development

• Work towards the Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification

• Structured apprenticeship programme (typically 12 months)

• Dedicated trainer with regular coaching and check ins

• Blended learning including on-the-job training workshops and online sessions

• Support to progress to Level 3 Early Years Educator

• Personalised development plansmentoringand support

About the Role

As an Early Years Apprentice youll work as part of a supportive team while learning the skills needed to become a qualified early years professional.

You will:

• Support childrenaged 0-5during play learning activities and daily routines

• Help create experiences that encourage curiosity and development

• Workalongside experienced educatorsto keep the nursery safeorganisedand welcoming

• Build warm relationships with children and their families

• Support childrens confidenceindependenceand wellbeing

• Learn how toobservechildrens development and contribute to their learning journeys

Youllgainreal experienceevery day helping children grow through playexplorationand meaningful interactions.

Your Apprenticeship journey with Fennies

This is a structured training programme designed to set you up for long-term success in early years.

During your apprenticeship you will:

• Learn essential skills in child development safeguarding and early years practice

• Complete off-the-job training (around 6 hours per week) alongside your role

• Build a portfolio of evidence todemonstrateyour progress

• Receive regular support from your trainer and Nursery mentor

• Complete an End Point Assessment (EPA) to achieve your qualification

Upon completion youll be a qualified Early Years Practitioner with opportunities to progress at Fennies or the wider early years sector.

Whatwerelooking for

Youdontneedpreviousnursery experience wellprovide the trainingand supportyou need.

Werelooking for someone who is:

• Friendlypatientand caring

• Interested in working with children

• A positive team player who enjoys working with others

• Reliable and motivated to learn new skills

• Ideally you will have Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or a willingness to work towards them.

Most importantly you bring enthusiasm curiosity and a desire to build a meaningful career.

Who is this role perfect for

An Apprenticeshipcould be a great fit if you:

• Are you starting your career after school or college

• Want to earnwhile gaining a qualification

• Are you looking to start a meaningful career

• Have experience incare roles and enjoy working with people

• Have worked as a teaching assistantnannyor babysitter

• Looking for a career change into childcare/education

• Want a role where every day is activerewardingand different

• Want to join a company that iscommitted to building exceptional places to work.

Youdontneedpreviousnursery experience wellprovide the training and support you need to succeed.

Become part of the Fennies DNA

Were family-owned and family-run; this guides our culture our decision-making and what it feels like to be part of our team. We have a strong sense of community with connections that bring us together and the systems and processes that mean our educators can focus on what they do best. Quality matters to us starting with our people and curriculum - through to our beautiful buildings and inspiring environments. Were investing in Fennies in our teams and into the education we provide our children. Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious passionate and supportive. We provide the environment where you can:

• Be Yourself

• Come Together

• Be All In

• Go Further

If this sounds like you or you just want to know more about what it means to be part of the Fennies familymake contact withus today for a chat.

Take your next steps with Fennies

Our friendly Talent Recruitment team are here to answer any questions you may have about Fennies call us to discuss the role or if youre just curious about what its like to work at Fennies let us know and well be happy to answer any questions. Our Talent Recruitment team can be contacted by:

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Or by making an application: and Inclusion

At Fennies we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

Safeguarding

Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of line with Safer Recruitment guidance online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

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