Childcare Apprentice

Location: Gillow Heath

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary Are you passionate about working with children and ready to build a meaningful career in early years? Our Early Years Apprenticeship offers the perfect opportunity to earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and start a long-term career with one of the UKs leading childcare providers. The role Early Years Apprentice Youll work alongside experienced early years professionals, supporting babies and young children under the age of five in a safe, nurturing and inspiring learning environment.

Location:

West Cambridge Day Nursery, Cambridge,CB3 0FZ

Contract:

37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Working pattern:
Varied shifts, Monday to Friday between 07:3018:30 Start date window: 12 March 17 April 2026 Salary: £7.57 per hour to start, rising to £10.00 per hour after six months in post Why join Childbase Partnership? Weve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Across our day nurseries, Head Office and Training Academy (Edu Base), our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute .

We believe in careers, not jobs , and were proud to invest in the next generation of early years professionals. What youll receive Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per year (pro rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays Outstanding childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees (or 40% grandparent discount) from day one Exclusive partner benefits:
Long-service awards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts Wellbeing support:
Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service Career progression: A permanent role as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner on successful completion of your apprenticeship

About us Employee-owned:
Every colleague is a partner with a voice and when we do well, you receive an annual tax-free dividend Number one:
Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for Ofsted outcomes Community focused:
Proud to have raised over £3.5 million for charity Environmentally responsible:
All nurseries hold Green Flag awards and operate using 100% renewable energy Committed to learning:
Our in-house academy, Edu Base, is a trusted provider of high-quality early years training About you Youll thrive in this role if you are:
Passionate about working with children:
Youre interested in child development and excited to build a long-term career in early years Eager to learn:
You enjoy hands-on learning and are motivated to develop skills in planning and delivering engaging activities linked to the early years curriculum Nurturing and safety-focused:
You ensure every child feels safe, valued and happy, following policies, procedures and guidance from your management team and Trainer/Assessor Organised and self-motivated:
You can manage your time effectively, making good use of off-the-job learning time and completing coursework to deadlines A team player:
You communicate confidently and enjoy building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues What does our apprenticeship offer you? A blend of practical experience and theory:
Youll be based in the nursery, with regular visits from a Trainer/Assessor and group training sessions (every 68 weeks) at our academy in Newport Pagnell A recognised qualification:
Study towards a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification, determined through an online initial assessment Functional Skills support:
If required, youll complete English and/or maths Functional Skills qualifications in line with government and EYFS requirements Paediatric First Aid:
Training delivered at our academy, with certification valid for three years Eligibility criteria To be considered, you must:
Have the Right to Work in the UK and a National Insurance number Ideally hold photographic  (passport or driving licence full or provisional) Have access to a laptop or PC for online assessments and coursework Have been resident in the UK for at least the last three years Be able to travel to group training sessions in Newport Pagnell (MK16 8NJ
) travel costs will be covered Inclusion & next steps Were proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Applicants must be 16 , in line with government apprenticeship rules. Were committed to FREDIE fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion and engagement and will consider any reasonable adjustments. If you meet the essential criteria, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team.

Applicants must live within a commutable distance of the nursery. Visa sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, including an Enhanced DBS check . We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.