Early Years Educator Apprenticeship – Employer Information Events 2026
Looking to recruit new talent or develop your existing Early Years workforce?
Never employed an apprentice before. Thinking about it but not sure where to start?
Whether you're considering taking on your first apprentice, looking to recruit new talent or wanting to develop the skills of your existing staff, NKC Dartford College is here to help.
Join us at NKC Dartford College to discover how our new Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship can support your setting to recruit, train and retain skilled, confident and qualified Early Years professionals.
Our employer information events are designed for nursery managers, preschool providers, childcare organisations and Early Years employers of all sizes.
You don't need any previous experience of employing apprentices to attend. Our team will explain how apprenticeships work, what support is available and how you can get started.
How could an Early Years Educator Apprentice benefit your setting?
Investing in apprenticeships can help you build a skilled workforce while supporting the long-term development of your organisation.
Benefits include:
- Recruit and develop new talent - attract individuals who are enthusiastic about building a career in Early Years.
- Upskill your existing workforce - provide current employees with opportunities to develop their knowledge, skills and qualifications.
- Support staff retention - demonstrate your commitment to investing in staff development and career progression.
- Develop skills relevant to your setting - apprentices combine structured learning with practical experience in your workplace.
- Improve the quality of provision - develop practitioners' knowledge of child development, safeguarding, inclusive practice and supporting children's learning.
- Build a sustainable workforce - develop the skills your organisation needs for the future.
- Explore apprenticeship funding - understand the funding and financial support that may be available to eligible employers.
What will you find out at the event?
Our team will guide you through everything you need to know about employing and supporting an Early Years Educator Apprentice.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Discover our new Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship and what learners will study.
- Understand how apprenticeship training combines workplace experience with structured learning.
- Explore opportunities to recruit a new apprentice or develop an existing member of staff.
- Learn about apprenticeship funding, employer responsibilities and eligibility requirements.
- Understand the support NKC Dartford College provides throughout the apprenticeship.
- Discuss how apprenticeships could help address recruitment and workforce development challenges within your setting.
- Meet our curriculum and apprenticeship teams and ask questions specific to your organisation.
New to apprenticeships? We're here to help.
If you've never employed an apprentice before, this is the perfect opportunity to explore whether an apprenticeship could work for your setting.
We'll explain the process, from identifying a suitable opportunity and understanding funding through to recruitment, training and supporting your apprentice.
There's no obligation to recruit an apprentice by attending. Simply come along, ask questions and explore the possibilities.
Join us at NKC Dartford College
Early Years Apprenticeship - Employer Information Evening
Tuesday 17th November 2026
6.00 pm - 7.30 pm
NKC Dartford College
Oakfield Lane, Dartford, DA1 2JT
Alongside learning about our apprenticeship offer, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Meet our Early Years curriculum and apprenticeship teams.
- Explore our specialist Early Years teaching facilities.
- Find out how our learning environments and resources support the development of future practitioners.
- Discuss your individual recruitment and training requirements.
Interested in attending?
Register your place at our NKC Dartford College event
Can't attend in person? Join us online!
Early Years Apprenticeship - Online Employer Information Evening
Thursday 19th November 2026
6.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Online virtual event
Our online session will cover the apprenticeship programme, funding, employer responsibilities and the support available from NKC Dartford College.
You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss how the apprenticeship could benefit your setting.
Interested in attending?
Register your place for the online event
Let's develop the next generation of Early Years professionals together
Whether you're looking to recruit your first apprentice, develop an existing employee or simply explore your options, we'd be delighted to welcome you.
Book your place and discover how NKC Dartford College can support your Early Years workforce.