Early Years Career
Are you looking for a unique and rewarding career where you can inspire young minds and make a real difference? A career in early years could be the perfect fit for you!
Working in early years and childcare is a job with impact, where you get to be part of a child’s early education and make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
The early years sector offers a wide range of roles such as working in a nursery, pre-school, or before and after school clubs. Alternatively, you could be your own boss and run your own business as a childminder.
Find out more about working in early years and childcare
Early Years Apprenticeships: Start working in early years now and get qualified on the job! You can kickstart your career in early years with a Level 2 or Level 3 early years apprenticeship. Both are suitable for those with no previous experience and are excellent ways to get hands-on training within the early years sector whilst earning a salary.
T Levels: T Levels are one of your options after you’ve finished your GCSEs. You can take an ‘Education and Early Years’ T Level which will give you a solid understanding of working in the sector and the Level 3 qualification you need to start work.
Other training and qualification routes: If you want to gain a qualification through a classroom-based course, you can get approved qualifications through a range of training providers. These include Level 2 or Level 3 courses at your local college, as well as early years degrees.
