Apprentice - Early Years at Castle Park School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/CPS/48923

Location

Sedbergh Drive, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BE

Contract Type

Temporary

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£15,434.00 Annually (Actual)
National Apprentice rate, rising to national minmum wage in 2nd year

Hours Per Week

35.69

Closing Date

Midnight, Wed 15th Jul, 2026

Start Date

01/09/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 2

About this Role

Hours of work: 35.69
Working pattern: Monday to Friday
Term weeks: 38 + 1 weeks school closure, minimum paid week 44.600
FTC term: 18 months for date of commencement (expected apprenticeship end)

As part of the Cumbria Education Trust our schools are led with shared vision, honesty and purpose. CET is a growing multi academy trust based in Cumbria; it is committed to creating outstanding, innovative and inspiring learning environments

Want to know more about our happy and thriving school - why not visit our "Careers page"

As an Early Years Apprentice, you’ll learn:

How to create age-appropriate activities to aid children's development
Ways to support children's social, emotional and physical development
How to be aware of any special needs a child may have
How to carry out observations and discuss children's progress

You’ll also have regular feedback sessions to support you whilst completing your Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification and Cumbria Education Trust offers some excellent benefits.

Good communication and previous experience working with children is desirable, but the main thing is a willingness to learn! If you’d like to begin your Early Years career, apply for this Early Years Apprentice role now by hitting the "Apply" button.

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.