YMCA Dulverton Group
Early Years Apprentice
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Early Years Apprentice
Early Years Apprentice
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Salary: £12,514.28 per annum
We reserve the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date for applications in the event that suitable candidates are identified and appointed.
Benefits
- 1 night free stay at one of the YMCA Hotels
- 60% discount on childcare fees for children up to 3 years of age
- 20% discount on childcare for children over 3 in non-funded hours
- Free and discounted places for children attending Day Camps
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays per year for full-time staff
- Staff Pension
- Free parking
- Free gym membership at:
- George Williams Centre (Bridgwater)
- The Beach Hotel (Minehead)
- Health Insurance for staff working over 16 hours per week
- Charity Worker’s Discount at certain high street stores
- Training budget
- Monthly raffle
- Mental Health Support
- Access to Occupational Health Assessment
- Discount at our Wedding Venue, Barley Wood
About the Role
This apprenticeship is designed to develop your workplace skills and knowledge while training towards Level 3 Early Years Practitioner status.
If you enjoy working with children and supporting their learning, this opportunity will allow you to earn while you train. You will cover topics such as:
- Child and young person development
- Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
- Supporting positive behaviour
- Partnership working in early years services
- Health and safety
- Child development
- Planning and implementing activities
- Observing and recording children’s progress
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Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide learning-through-play experiences aligned with our practice and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), maximising outdoor opportunities.
- Create a secure and stimulating environment that supports children’s emotional, intellectual, moral, physical, spiritual, and social development at their own pace.
- Prioritise the safety, security, and wellbeing of children in your care.
- Contribute as a collaborative team member, sharing ideas and engaging with feedback to enhance practice.
Workplace Values
The successful candidate must align with our core values:
- Value the Individual – Respect everyone and maintain professionalism in all roles.
- Give Our Best – Commit fully to the role and to supporting young people.
- Care Deeply – Display passion for early years work.
- Provide Creative Solutions – Innovate in childcare approaches.
- Communicate Authentically – Be open, honest, and transparent in all interactions.
Apprenticeship Programme
As part of the apprenticeship, you will:
- Develop maths and English skills
- Attend tutorials and individual development sessions (e.g., Future Academy)
- Complete a work placement or extended industry experience
- Study programme details discussed during the interview process.
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Key Skills and Experience
- Demonstrates understanding that every person (and child) is unique
- Strong organisation and administrative skills with diligent record-keeping
- Problem-solving approach
- Belief in positive potential of children and young people
- Empathy and joy in working with children
- Ability to work as part of a team or independently
- Self-motivated with flexibility to adapt
- Skills in emotional and social support while encouraging respectful learning
- Willingness to accept mentoring and leadership guidance
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Consistent attendance and punctuality
- Commitment to high-quality customer care
- Tech-savvy with basic IT and social media competency
Education and Qualifications
- GCSEs: Minimum *five grades 9-2 (A-G)**, including at least two grade 4 (C or above)
- Alternatively, a Qualifying Level 1 qualification
- Must be in relevant employment (employer support available if needed)
- DBS check required post-employment
For more information about YMCA Dulverton Group, visit: www.ymca-dg.org
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