Early Years Apprentice

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Surbiton is looking for a Nursery Apprentice to join their team. In this role, you will provide care and support to children while working towards a recognised qualification. The position offers attractive benefits such as cash bonuses, extensive annual leave, and access to employee discounts. You will ensure the children's individual needs are met, supervise their activities, and create a positive and professional environment. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow their career in childcare.

Benefits

Cash bonus for referrals

31 days annual leave including bank holidays

Wellbeing Day

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

Great Place To Work certification benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to care for and nurture young children.
• Understanding of child safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to engage children through interactive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual needs of children are met.
• Supervise and support children at all times.
• Carry out interactive tasks such as reading and playing.

Skills

Childcare support

Active listening

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Recognised qualification in childcare

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 Dicky Birds Maple Road Day Nursery in Surbiton, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for aNursery 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 ahost 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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