Early Years Apprentice - Barnkids Brightstars
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Employer Barnkids nursery and forest school (Bright Stars)
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Job Type Apprenticeship
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Closing Date 29/11/2026
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Positions available 1
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Job Location Godalming, GU8 4XL
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Wage Information £22,464.00 per year
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Potential Start Date 30/11/2026
A Brief overview of the role
Are you a passionate early years practitioner looking to continue to develop your career in an award winning nursery setting? Barnkids Nursery & Forest School in Godalming have a great opportunity to train as an Early Years Educator Apprentice and gain your level 3 whilst supporting childrens learning, play and development.
Skills we would like you to have
Good communication skills
Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
Organisation
An attentive and compassionate nature
Qualifications Required for the role
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five
Personal qualities we would like you to have
A BIG smile!
Sense of humour
Friendly
Enthusiasm and patience
Willing to progress
Job Description
Barnkids Nursery is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children and achieve a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
As an outstanding nursery that provides high-quality training and a strong support network to help you grow into an exceptional early years professional.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will:
Be part of a friendly, supportive, and experienced team
Work in a truly unique setting with access to 60 acres of woodland for forest school activities
Act as a key person for a group of children
Support planning, observations, and assessments
Ensure the safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times
Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
Help create a safe, fun, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
Why Join Barnkids?
At Barnkids, we are passionate about connecting children and staff with the natural world, encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, and wellbeing through outdoor learning.
We offer:
Full apprenticeship training and ongoing support
Nursery uniform provided
Employee of the Month recognition
20 days holiday, plus an extra day for each year of continuous service
Childcare discounts
Refer-a-friend scheme
Annual Christmas party
Access to a healthcare scheme
£500 completion bonus
£1,000 loyalty bonus after 1 year
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to start a rewarding career in Early Years, we’d love to hear from you.
Future Prospects
A full time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship
Other Information about this role
DBS and references required, DBS paid for by company