Childcare &
Early Years
Working with children offers a rewarding opportunity to shape the lives and development of the next generation. Our childcare apprenticeships build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to support children through their early years. Through hands-on learning and recognised standards, apprentices develop the behaviours to thrive in real childcare settings and help every child flourish.
Apprenticeships
We Offer
Discover the apprenticeship roles supported by our employer partners that we currently have available. Check back regularly to stay up to date with our offerings, or get in touch with us for more information.
Early Years Practitioner Level 2
Quest Training’s Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship supports learners to build essential early years skills while helping employers develop confident, capable staff who deliver high-quality care and support children’s development.
- Version 1.1
- PALS
- 15 Month Apprenticeship
- £5,000 Maximum Funding
- £250 contribution for non-levy employers
Early Years Educator Level 3
Early Years Educators play a vital role in shaping young children’s development, creating safe, supportive spaces where learning and curiosity grow. Discover how Quest Training’s Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship can start your journey today.
- Version 1.5
- PALS
- 16 Month Apprenticeship
- £7,000 Maximum Funding
- £350 contribution for non-levy employers
Playworker
Level 2
Playworkers support children’s learning through fun, creativity, and play, helping them build confidence in safe and engaging environments. Quest Training’s Level 2 Playworker apprenticeship is a practical pathway into a rewarding career.
- Version 1.0
- SSES
- 15 Month Apprenticeship
- £5,000 Maximum Funding
- £250 contribution for non-levy employers
Choosing Quest As Your
Learning Provider
Finding the right training provider matters. At Quest, we combine experience, care, and proven standards to create learning journeys people can trust. Everything we do is designed to put you first and set you up for success.
Recognised Countywide
Quest is listed on the Apprenticeship Provider and Assessment Register and holds national contracts for apprenticeships and funded learning to deliver real value.
Ofsted Approved
We’re proud to be rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to high-quality training, strong learner outcomes, and supportive learning environments.
Dedicated Support
Our hands-on team provides consistent, personalised support throughout every apprenticeship, guiding learners and employers with clarity, care, and encouragement.
Established Experience
With over 20 years of experience, we bring deep sector knowledge and a proven approach that genuinely helps both learners and employers succeed with long-term impact.
About Our Childcare Apprenticeships
For over 20 years, Quest has proudly supported the childcare sector through high-quality apprenticeship programmes that build confident, capable professionals. This long-standing focus has helped us develop deep expertise in early years education and workforce development.
Our specialist childcare tutors bring real-world experience into every learning journey. Many have worked directly in childcare settings, giving them first-hand insight into the realities of the role, from daily responsibilities to the moments that make it so rewarding. Their sector knowledge, paired with a genuine passion for developing others, ensures learning feels practical, relevant, and inspiring.
We work closely with nurseries, out-of-school clubs, and early education settings to deliver engaging, up-to-date apprenticeship pathways that reflect real workplaces and support apprentices to thrive in their roles.