This article has been brought to you by Slough Borough Council's Early Years Team, for the attention of all Early Years and Childcare Practitioners.
Do Something Big early years recruitment campaign. – National Apprentice week
The DfE are currently looking for early years apprentices who would be willing to showcase stories that highlight how great the early years apprenticeship route is, and to share their experiences as part of National Apprenticeship Week 2026.
Alongside this, the DfE would also welcome introductions to non-apprentice early years professionals across all roles and levels of experience.
The DfE are also keen to build a bank of case studies from practitioners working in local, independent settings, including smaller providers, childminders, and those in larger organisations who are willing to share their career journeys.
There are different ways to get involved – from media interviews and social media content to simply providing a quote.
If you would like to take part, please compete the attached form and sent it to:
Luke Prescott, Early years & childcare workforce recruitment
T: 07741354364 | E: luke.prescott@education.gov.uk