Apprenticeship · Early years
Early Years Apprentice - Barnet
BRIGHT LITTLE STARS LTD · Borehamwood · EN5
- Wage
- £16,640 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£16,640 ÷ 40 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 40 a week
- Apply by
- 29 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- 30 Nov 2026The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Early Years Practitioner (Level 2)
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Training provider
- Realise Learning And Employment Limited
- Posted
- 3 Nov 2026
- Reference
- 2000062085
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to BRIGHT LITTLE STARS LTD .
The apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour for 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027; older apprentices after their first year may qualify for a higher age rate. Check the apprentice minimum wage.
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About this apprenticeship
An Early Years Apprenticeship at Bright Little Stars offers you the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification that will help you enjoy a rewarding, worthwhile and fun career in childcare. Our Early Years Apprenticeships develop your knowledge and skills on and off the job, giving you the chance to earn and learn at the same time.
You carry out a 5 week paid trial which decides what kind of learner you are- then we match your unique learner needs to the best apprenticeship programme for you.
As an Early Years Apprentice, you will study towards either a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner.
Duties include:
- Plan and carry out child initiated and adult led play activities supporting children’s individual needs and interests
- Provide play activities which encourage and promote children’s numeracy, literacy and language development
- Undertake the role of the key person to help children feel safe, secure and valued
- Carries out observations and use these effectively to understand the changing needs of their individual key children and plan for the interests in line with the early years foundation stage
- Carry out care routines such as nappy changing, toileting, hand washing and feeding routines with care, respect and compassion
- Work in partnership with other professionals, parents, colleagues and children to meet the individual needs of children
- Ensure the welfare, well-being and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge
- Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
- Work in a non-discriminatory way to ensure all children have equal access to opportunities
What’s On Offer:
- High Apprentice Salaries Above Government Standard
- Daily Hot Staff Lunches
- Win BLS Bucks Rewards Such as Virgin Experience Days
- Wellness Programme
- Job Opportunities after Completion of Apprenticeship
- Paid Training Days
- Mentor System
- Work With Qualified Teachers
- Apprentice Support Days
Working week: Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
- Communication Skills
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications the employer asks for
- Mathematics (4)
- English Language (4)
About Bright Little Stars Nursery
- Setting
- Nursery (Ofsted registered)
- Local authority
- Barnet
- Registered places
- 100
- Advertised by
- BRIGHT LITTLE STARS LTD
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 29 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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What qualification will I work towards?
The advertised course is Early years practitioner (level 2) at Level 2. Confirm the training details with the provider.
How long does the apprenticeship last?
The advertised duration is 1 Year. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.
Where do I apply?
Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 29 Nov 2026. Your application goes to BRIGHT LITTLE STARS LTD .
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