Early Years Apprentice

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank

Christmas shutdown

Flexible working options

Big childcare discount

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Company pension contributions

Statutory Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance for 18-65

Great Place to Work recognition

Job summary

Dicky Birds Brighton Road Day Nursery is part of Grandir UK and located in Surbiton. We are seeking an Apprentice to join our caring team and support children’s learning and wellbeing. You will be guided as you work toward an Early Years qualification in a nurturing setting.

The role offers a supportive environment, strong benefits, flexible working, and clear progression opportunities within a well‑established nursery group.

Qualifications

• DBS check is required for the role.
• You will be working towards an Early Years qualification in a supportive environment.
• An inclusive, equal opportunity employer with opportunities for progression.

Responsibilities

• Care for and support children, fostering curiosity and development.
• Assist with daily routines, reading stories, mealtimes and play activities.
• Build positive relationships with staff, parents and carers, while following safeguarding procedures.

Job description

Training salary- £8.00 - £9.00 per hour

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Dicky Birds Brighton Road Day Nursery

Part of Grandir UK

Training salary- £8.00 - £9.00 per hour

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Brighton Road Day Nursery in Surbiton

is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Apprentice to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You’ll Love Working at Dicky Birds

At Dicky Birds you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• Big childcare discount
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Consider joining our Brighton Road, Surbiton nursery as it offers a bright, welcoming environment across four spacious rooms, filled with natural light and set within a secure site. With dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers and preschool children, it’s a well‑organised setting designed to support both children and staff throughout the day.

You’ll also benefit from a fantastic garden designed to inspire outdoor learning and exploration for all age groups. Children enjoy hands‑on experiences in the mud kitchen, experimenting at the water wall, and discovering the natural world through our bug hotel, all while developing essential gross and fine motor skills. We also offer forest school sessions, along with opportunities for large-scale mark making.

A separate, cosy garden area ensures babies can safely enjoy outdoor play, and with additional outdoor spaces just a short walk away, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to create engaging, varied learning experiences.

Location and Travel

For our commuting staff, we are conveniently located only a 5-10 minute walk from Surbiton train station which goes straight to Central London. We are also within easy reach of Surbiton High Street and not far from Kingston Upon Thames.

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensure that the children’s individual needs are identified and met
• Supervise and support the children at all times
• Carry 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
• Work towards gaining your Early Years qualification in a supportive and professional environment with hands‑on experience

Enhanced Family And Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S, and major supermarkets
• 24-hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in‑house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role which will be carried out by our approved third-party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI‑assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.