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Apprentice Training Specialist – Early Years

Job details
Posting date: 08 August 2025
Salary: £28,600 per year
Additional salary information: £25,000 annual salary and car allowance of £3,600 pa
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 August 2025
Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Remote working: Fully remote
Company: Skern Training & Skills
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Skern Training and Skills is an independent training provider offering excellence in its courses & services. As an approved Main Apprenticeship provider we offer both end to end apprenticeships in a number of standards as well as behavioural programmes to upskill existing employees, with the client's values fully embedded at every stage. Operating nationally and offering bespoke packages, we're here to provide life changing adventures and transformative training.

Main description
Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of Early Years/Childcare talent? Do you have experience in delivering exceptional training and support to apprentices? If so, we want to hear from you!

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team changing lives through high-quality apprenticeship training.

Due to sector growth, Skern Training and Skills is looking for an Early Years Apprentice Training Specialist to support learners through their apprenticeship journey. You'll plan, deliver, and assess engaging training, potentially across Levels 2–5 using a blended learning approach, including in-person, online, and on-the-job methods.

This is a home-based role with field travel to local settings, and applicants must be located in the Bristol or Gloucester area due to regional delivery needs.

What You’ll Do:

Deliver and assess Early Years apprenticeships (L2–L5)
Support learners with Maths, English, and additional needs alongside our functional skills trainers
Manage a caseload of approx. 35 apprentices
Prepare apprentices for End Point Assessment
Maintain accurate records and ensure quality standards
Travel to employer sites (some overnight stays required)

What We Offer:

Competitive salary + car allowance + mileage
Flexible working (part-time considered)
Laptop, phone, and full training support
Access to Perkbox – a fantastic platform offering Retail discounts and shopping offers, Wellbeing resources, Lifestyle perks and more
A supportive, experienced team
Real impact on learners and community

Entry requirements
What You’ll Need:

Experience delivering Early Years apprenticeships
Strong understanding of apprenticeship standards and EPA
Confident using MS Teams for online delivery
Organised, self-motivated, and quality-focused
GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above)

Things to consider
Package: £28,600 pa which is made up of £25,000 annual salary, plus car allowance of £3,600 pa (+ Benefits, mileage, laptop and phone).
Location: Home/Field-Based – Must be based in the Bristol or Gloucester area Hours: Full-time or part-time (flexible options available)
Start Date: October 2025
Contract Type: Permanent
Interviews: Planned for August 20th - alternate dates can be offered if unavailable due to holidays

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