Early Years Apprentice

Our people are what make our family great. We see childcare as a profession, not just a job. So whatever level you are at in your childcare career, we'll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges - we want our teams to be the best!

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!, How to liaise with parents on matters relating to the most important person in their world.

Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Leigh!

To progress your application in this role, you have to meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria, including having lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years, along with passing Maths and English entry assessments.

As a guide, Level 2 apprenticeships take approximately 15 months to complete, and Level 3 apprenticeships take approximately 18 months to complete.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self-and flourish!

Please note, if you are successful in this role, background checks including online searches may be completed. This is keeping in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education policies.

We are currently looking for an Early Years Apprentice at Kids Planet Leigh to join a level 2 or 3 course with the Kids Planet Training Academy.

Why become an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Leigh?

Large nursery located close to the centre of Leigh.

Excellent transport routes.

Recently refurbished.

Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.

What's in it for you?

Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.

Accredited training with the KP Academy.

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.

Regular staff rewards.

Team appreciation events.

Long service awards.

Dedicated wellbeing package.

Highly discounted childcare.

A day off for your birthday.

An Early Years Apprentice at Kids Planet Leigh gets:

Competitive salary.

Pension plan.

Annual leave including bank holidays.

Monday to Friday.

What an Early Years Apprentice learns:

How to care and educate children between the ages of 0-5 years old.

How to ensure the safeguarding of children in your care.