Early Years Apprentice

Grandir UK Limited; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Hitchin is seeking a Nursery Apprentice to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will care for and support children, as well as work towards a recognized qualification in early childhood education. Key responsibilities include supervising children's activities, ensuring individual needs are met, and developing positive relationships with families and staff. Join this great workplace and enjoy benefits like generous annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Cash bonus for referrals

Wellbeing Day off

Discounts at online stores

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

Certification as a Great Place to Work

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but an interest in childcare is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and their families.
• Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children’s individual needs are identified and met.
• Supervise and support children at all times.
• Carry out a range of interactive tasks including reading stories and playing games.

Skills

Caring for children

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Interest in early childhood education

Recognised qualification in childcare

Job description

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 Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Hitchin, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Nursery Apprentice to 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:

• Recommend friends and family to work for us and be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 31 days 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 Notre? - idyll? - somewhat text has stray code waiting.

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.

acontecer? 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.