Job Description

Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? Are you wanting a career in the Early Years sector? This role is ideal for anyone who has a genuine passion for working with children and is keen to learn and progress in their own professional development.

Key responsibilities and expectations as an apprentice:

Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff

Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members

Ensuring each child's individual needs are met

Contributing to the safeguarding of all children

Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in line with the EYFS 2025

Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Quest Vocational Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe

Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace

Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development

As an Apprentice, you will be working alongside qualified staff who will support and mentor you whilst completing your apprenticeship.

No previous qualifications or experience necessary, just a desire for providing quality care to young children and supporting them to develop and grow.

Apprenticeship will require English & Maths for completion. If GCSE C, Grade 4 or above isn't held, you will be supported to achieve your English and Maths alongside your apprenticeship.

The Pre-school runs during term time only between 8.15am-3.45pm

Apprentice wage for 12 months only. Following one year, NMW will be adhered to.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 8.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14 - 28 per week

Benefits:

Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Brighton BN1 8XR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/09/2025
Reference ID: Early Years Apprentice
Expected start date: 22/09/2025