Recruitment Support
Recruit, train and grow the right people for your setting
Finding the right people isn’t just about filling vacancies.
It’s about building a stable, confident team that delivers quality care, without constant recruitment churn.
Through our partnership with UrFuture, we use trait-based matching to identify people who are naturally suited to early years work, ultimately reducing poor hires and improving retention.
We know the pressures you’re facing
Early years providers play a vital role in shaping children’s futures – but recruitment isn’t always easy.
- Finding people who truly care
- Keeping great staff long-term
- Balancing quality with time and resource pressures
A more thoughtful approach to recruitment
At Connect2EarlyYears, we do things differently.
Through our partnership with UrFuture, we combine sector expertise with trait-based matching and targeted recruitment support, helping you find people who are naturally suited to working in early years — and supporting them through high-quality training and apprenticeships.
That means candidates who are more likely to:
Looking beyond the CV
We know the qualities that underpin safe, high quality relationships with children, parents and colleagues
Communication
Care and empathy
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Because the right mindset matters just as much as experience.
End to End Support
How it works
A simple, supported journey – from first conversation to first day (and beyond)
- 1
We get to know your setting
Understanding your team, your role, and what the right person looks like for you
- 2
We attract and assess the right candidates
Through UrFuture’s recruitment expertise and our sector insight, we identify people with the right mindset and potential
- 3
You receive a tailored shortlist
Carefully selected candidates, with clear insights to support your decision
- 4
We support you through onboarding and training
From interviews to enrolment onto an apprenticeship, we’re with you every step of the way
Recruitment + training, all in one place
We don’t just help you find the right people – we help you develop them too.
- High-quality early years apprenticeships
- Structured onboarding and enrolment support
- Ongoing training to build confidence and competence
Your handy guide
Everything you need to know about recruiting apprentices
If you’d like a clearer picture of how the process works, download our practical employer guide.
Inside, you’ll find:
- A step-by-step overview of the recruitment journey
- What happens at each stage – from vacancy to onboarding
- How we assess and shortlist candidates
- What to expect from our team and how we support you
What this means for your setting
Contact us
Let’s build your team together
The right people make all the difference.
Speak to our team.
