Early Years Apprentice

Bright Horizons; Waverley; On-site; GBP 23,995 - 29,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing & financial benefits

Career development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Haslemere Day Nursery is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to join our Haslemere nursery. You will work as part of a team caring for children up to 5 years old, supporting learning through play and activities while completing your apprenticeship.

With DBS checks in place, you’ll benefit from a generous training and benefits package and opportunities for professional development within Bright Horizons.

Qualifications

• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship.
• GCSE English (grade C/Level 4) or Functional Skills Level 2.
• Previous experience with children beneficial but not required.
• Ability to build trust with colleagues and parents.
• Excellent communication with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 as part of a team.
• Engage in interactive play, reading and learning activities.
• Complete training and coursework for the formal qualification.

Skills

Commitment to Apprenticeship

English GCSE or equivalent

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English / Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Haslemere Day Nursery

Salary – £ 26,662.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Haslemere

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our Haslemere Nursery situated in Haslemere, a 12 minute walk from Haslemere train station and a 14 minute drive from the A3. This nursery offers flexible working, amazing childcare discount and a generous benefits package.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&C's

The Role

As an Early Years Apprentice, you will work as part of a team to look after babies and children up to the age of 5. You will have adventures with our children through interactive play, activities, reading, and encouraging their curious minds – creating learning opportunities that support the children’s learning. With the support of your assessor, you will attend all required training and coursework for completion of your formal qualification. You will reflect and proactively use new ideas and initiatives, including feedback, to enhance development and learning.

Qualifications

• Commitment to completing your apprenticeship
• English qualification GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2. If not already held, a willingness to complete alongside your apprenticeship
• Previous experience working with children beneficial but not essential - Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similar.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.