Nursery Apprentice

Are you looking for a fun filled day everyday?

If you're driven, ambitious and have some solid experience in childcare or would like to gain some, we want to hear from you

We are a premium nursery group and we're looking for an impressive Early Years Apprentice to join our team. We thoroughly believe in value based hiring and based on character above all else, so you'll be joining an outstanding team and a growing business with an exceptional culture.

We care, we listen, we’re constantly learning from each other and refining our craft, we value teamwork over individual success and we’re always fun to work with, even in the trickiest of situations.

What will you be doing?

As an Early Years Apprentice you'll be playing a key role in providing a positive and secure relationship for your children and their families. You will be taking on daily care and development of each child, you will be responsible for supporting and working closely with our Nursery Room Leader to assist in the daily running of the nursery room and educational activities.

There's a huge amount of scope to make the role your own, whilst focusing on three key areas:
Our parents - you'll be responsible for engaging our existing parents and offering support at every stage of their child’s nursery life from the very beginning settling in stages up until they transition to school. Continuing to develop relationships with parents via our online learning journal.

Our teams - keeping the existing team energised through our mission, vision and values is vital to the continued development of our culture.

Our children - playing an important role in supporting each stage of every child’s unique journey and enhancing learning through management lead planning of education and activities.

What are we looking for?

You'll be hardworking and hungry to learn. What really matters is someone that is passionate about our mission and values and who will add value to our culture. We're looking for someone who thinks creatively and is not afraid to use their initiative to implement exciting learning opportunities that inspire both the children and their team.

Your journey with us

We like to give back to our teams by nurturing your well-being through continuous internal training and an extensive well-being program. Our practitioners thrive within a supportive environment. A 'grow your own' culture.

Qualifications and Experience

Good knowledge of child protection procedures and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Excellent references and a clear enhanced DBS
Passion for delivering high quality childcare and learning
Exceptional communication skills, energy and a positive ‘hands on’ attitude

What's in it for you?
Gain your Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare
Bonus scheme
Free uniform, training, DBS check
Ongoing continuous development and early years quality training and mentoring

Excellent career progression opportunities
Regular and refresher training in first aid and safeguarding

**Benefits**:

- Childcare
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Store discount

If you think you'd be a great addition to the team, we'd love to hear from you so get in touch today

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30 per week

**Salary**: £5.28-£6.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Private medical insurance
- Store discount
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dartford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person