Early Years Apprentice - Kids Planet Woodside

Early Years Apprentice – Kids Planet Woodside

Job Description

Posted Thursday 29 May 2025 at 00:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family-run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

While 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!

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

Why become an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Woodside?

• Well-established management and team
• Training and development careers
• Staff pride themselves on bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the children in the nursery
• Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025
• Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

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
• Long service awards
• Dedicated wellbeing package
• Highly discounted childcare
• A day off for your birthday

An Early Years Apprentice at Kids Planet Woodside receives:

• Pension plan
• Annual leave including bank holidays
• Monday to Friday schedule

What will you learn as an Early Years Apprentice?

• How to care for and educate children aged 0-5 years
• How to ensure the safeguarding of children in your care
• How to work as part of a successful team
• How to liaise with parents regarding their child\’s care

Interested in joining our family?

Apply today to become an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Woodside!

To be considered, you must meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria, including having lived in the UK for at least 3 years and passing Maths and English entry assessments.

Level 2 apprenticeships typically take around 15 months, while Level 3 apprenticeships take about 18 months to complete.

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

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. All staff and volunteers must complete safeguarding training regularly. A Disclosure and Barring Service certificate is mandatory, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities. We celebrate diversity and aim to create an inclusive environment for all staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

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