Early Years Apprentice - Barnet
- Location
Barnet - Employer
Bright Little Stars Barnet - Provider
Realise - Wages
£7.55 per hour - Level
Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship - Apply by
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Opportunity Details
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 - up to £7.20 dependant on age and experience.
*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
Kickstart Your Career!
Ready to kickstart your career? Check the key dates below and don’t miss your chance!
- Tuesday, October 28, 2025
- Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Thursday, January 8, 2026
- Thursday, January 8, 2026
Skills Required
Self-motivation
Good communication skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Time management
Qualifications Required
GCSE maths and English or equivalent at a level 1 (grade 3) preferred.
Option for skills Bootcamp course to start accelerated apprenticeship at level 3 for the right candidate.
Training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
'¢Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
'¢Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
'¢Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Personal Qualities
Passionate
Empathetic
Kind
Caring
Prospects
We have had the pleasure in supporting numerous Bright Little Stars team members to grow from strength to strength, both personally and professionally, changing roles and locations in order to meet personal and professional goals. You will be able to develop and grow your career at Bright Little Stars.
Other Information
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Bright Little Stars will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
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