Early Years Apprentice - Kids Planet Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury SY1 4AN, UK
Job Description
Posted Tuesday 29 April 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!
Whilst 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 involved. From a princess one day to an astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!
We are currently looking for an Early Years Apprentice at Kids Planet Shrewsbury to join a level 2 or 3 course with the Kids Planet Training Academy.
Why become an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Shrewsbury?
* Lovely large staff room with throws for rest and relaxation of staff.
* Highly competitive salaries for nursery staff.
* Purpose-built site.
* 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 Shrewsbury gets:
* Pension plan.
* Annual leave including bank holidays.
* Monday to Friday working week.
What an Early Years Apprentice learns:
* How to care for and educate children between 0-5 years old.
* How to ensure the safeguarding of children in your care.
* How to work as part of a successful team.
* How to liaise with parents on matters relating to their children.
Interested in joining our family?
Apply today to be an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Shrewsbury!
To progress your application, 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 take approximately 15 months to complete, while Level 3 apprenticeships take around 18 months.
We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly 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 will be required for this role. All staff and volunteers must complete safeguarding training and regular updates. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks.
We are committed to equal opportunities. We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive environment for all staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage, or civil partnership.
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