Want to find out more about a career in early years?
Join us at a career fair or event near you to explore exciting job opportunities in your area.
Whether you’re looking for a career change, finishing school, or just want to find out more about working with children, we can answer your questions about how to start working in the early years sector.
Come and chat to us at an event about:
- what working in early years is like
- the different jobs in the early years sector
- how to kickstart or progress your early years career
- training and apprenticeship opportunities
- how to find roles in your local area
Find an event near you
We take part in a wide range of events across the country including career fairs, job shows, and community events.
We also host our own Early Years Careers events, such as pop-ups in local areas or virtual sessions.
Take a look at our upcoming events below to find an event near you.
| Date | Location | Event description | How to attend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16th October | Yorkshire and the Humber: Halifax (The Shay Stadium) | Calderdale Get Inspired – Halifax: This careers event is aimed at Year 11s and their parents or carers. Come and talk to us about how you can start a career in early years and childcare after leaving school, including apprenticeships or further education opportunities. | This event is organised by C+K with Calderdale Council. Register for a free ticket via Eventbrite. |
| 11th – 12th November | West Midlands: Birmingham (NEC) | National School & College Leaver Festival: Visit the Early Years Careers stand to discover what working with small children is all about, including apprenticeship opportunities and other paths to kickstart your early years career. Suited to students in Year 10 to Year 13. | This is a free but ticketed event. Visit the NSCL Fest website for further information. |
| 14th – 15th November | London: Olympia | What Next? What Career Live: Come and chat to us on the Early Years Careers stand to discover what working with small children is all about, including apprenticeship opportunities and other paths to kickstart your early years career. Suited to students in Year 11 to Year 13, parents, carers, teachers and career advisors. | This is a free but ticketed event. Visit the What Career Live website for more information. |
| 18th – 19th November | London: ExCel Arena | London School & College Leaver Festival: Visit the Early Years Careers stand to us to discover what working with small children is all about, including apprenticeship opportunities and other paths to kickstart your early years career. Suited to students in Year 10 to Year 13. | This is a free but ticketed event. Visit the LSCL Fest website for more information. |
Apprenticeships
As an apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with children whilst earning a salary.
Help and support
Need a helping hand? Our support agents can answer your questions about working in early years education.
