Are you ready to kickstart your career in childcare? Handkerchief Day Nursery is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an
Apprentice to join our team. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience
and training in a supportive, fun environment… and earn as you learn!
What You’ll Do:
As an Early Years Apprentice, you'll get real-world
experience working in a day nursery. You’ll be paired with a buddy to guide
you, and work towards becoming a key person in the nursery. Your apprenticeship
will include training days and practical days at the nursery. Your typical day
will include:
* Assisting team members to provide top-notch care and
education for children.
* Building authentic and meaningful relationships with
children and their parents/carers.
* Liaise closely with parents/carers and encourage their
involvement in nursery life and their child's learning.
* Working with nursery staff to ensure children’s needs and
requirements are met.
* Keeping the environment safe, clean, and healthy.
* Supporting inclusive practices, and helping plan and assess
activities that cater to the unique development needs of each child.
Rewards and Benefits:
We value our apprentices and offer a range of fantastic
perks:
* Competitive Salary:
£8.60-11.44 per hour, depending on age and experience.
* Annual Leave: 24 days, plus your birthday off and public
holidays.
* Bonuses: £100 on completing your Level 2 qualification,
£250 on completing Level 3, plus yearly salary increases (£500 for Level 2,
£750 for Level 3).
* Annual Pay Review: Ensures competitive compensation.
* Team Fun Days and Awards: Celebrate our amazing team!
* Referral Bonuses: Up to £500 for referring friends and
family.
* Bike to Work Scheme: Get help buying a bike with a £50
contribution and salary sacrifice repayment option.
* Staff Perks: Discounts on cinema, retail, travel, and
more.
* Free Lunch Every Day and Uniform.
* Compassionate Leave: Up to 5 days paid leave.
* Childcare Discount: Generous discounts for staff.
* Employee Assistance Helpline: 24/7 confidential
counselling and advice.