Job Description
Posted Sunday, 6 April 2025, 19:00
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 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 Irlamto join a level 2 or 3 course with the Kids Planet Training Academy.
Why become an Early Years Apprentice with Kids PlanetIrlam?
- Established longstanding staff team.
- 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.
- Team appreciation events.
- Dedicated wellbeing package.
- Highly discounted childcare.
- A day off for your birthday.
An Early Years Apprentice at Kids Planet Irlamgets:
- Annual leave including bank holidays.
What an Early Years Apprenticelearns:
- How to care and educate children between the ages of 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 the most important person in their world.
Like the sound of joining our family?
Apply today to be an Early Years Apprentice with Kids Planet Irlam!
To progress your application in this role, you have to meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria, including having lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years, along with passing Maths and English entry assessments.
As a guide, Level 2 apprenticeships take approximately 15 months to complete, and Level 3 apprenticeships take approximately 18 months to complete.
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. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our 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.
Job Details
Pay Type
Salary
Hiring Rate
15,863 GBP
