Early Years Apprentice

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization is seeking a Nursery Apprentice to work at Pepy's Road Dicky Bird Day Nursery in Raynes Park, Greater London. This role involves caring for children by meeting their needs, supervising their activities, and building relationships with staff and parents. The successful candidate will benefit from extensive support, including 31 days of annual leave, professional development opportunities, and various employee perks. A commitment to safeguarding children is essential, and an enhanced DBS check will be required.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Cash bonus for referrals

Access to employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cash back on medical procedures

Recognition for hard work

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare is beneficial.
• Understanding of Safeguarding Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children's individual needs are met.
• Supervise and support children at all times.
• Help with mealtime and interact with children.
• Be a positive role model for the children.
• Develop professional relationships with staff and parents.
• Understand and follow Safeguarding Procedures.

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday 6 February 2026 at 06:00

We can't go over it. We can't go under it. Oh no!...if you know the way we need to goyou are the person we are looking for...

Our Pepy's Road Dicky Bird Day Nursery in Raynes Park, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Nursery Apprenticeto join our team. You\'ll be working hard to care for and support our children, whilst sharing a story or two, and working toward a recognised qualification.

Join us and enjoy a host of attractive benefits including:

• Recommendfriends and family to work for usand be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 31days annual leave inc bank hol(FTE)- Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• 'May I say thank you' for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received 'Great Place To Work' certification, putting people at the core of what we do

What will you be doing:

• Ensuring that the children’s individual needs are identified and met
• Supervising and supporting the children at all times
• Carrying out a wide range of interactive tasks including reading stories, helping at mealtimes, playing games, and changing nappies
• Act as a positive, practical role model for the children
• Develop friendly, professional relationships with staff members and parents
• Ensure you fully understand and follow Safeguarding Procedures

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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