Graduate Opportunity – Come And Shine With Us -

Green Acres Childcare; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Hinckley is seeking a warm, enthusiastic graduate to become part of their early years team. The role offers opportunities for progression, including support for Early Years Initial Teacher Training. Ideal candidates should be kind, proactive, and excited about a long-term career in childcare. You will work in a nurturing setting where your ideas are valued and celebrated. Flexible hours of 20-40 per week with permanent, full-time, or part-time options available.

Benefits

Childcare

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Loving, kind, and child-centred attitude.
• Fun, lively, and full of positive energy.
• Proactive with a confidence to use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Join a supportive early years family.
• Work towards EYITT for career progression.
• Contribute to a nurturing environment.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Positive energy

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Ambition

Job description

Are you a graduate looking for a career with purpose, heart and progression -- not just a job?

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic graduate to join our early years family and grow with us. You don't need childcare experience -- what matters most is that you SHINE in who you are and how you work with others.

Our SHINE values are at the heart of everything we do:

• Supportive - You'll be guided, mentored and encouraged every step of the way.
• Honest - We communicate openly, kindly and with trust.
• Inclusive - Everyone belongs here: children, families and staff.
• Nurturing - We care deeply about people and help each other grow.
• Empowering - We believe in developing confidence, leadership and potential.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Loving, kind and child‑centred
• Fun, lively and full of positive energy
• Proactive and confident to use their initiative
• Willing to get stuck in and learn on the job
• Ambitious and excited about a long‑term career in early years

Your journey with us

This role offers a clear progression pathway, including full support to complete EYITT (Early Years Initial Teacher Training), with genuine opportunities to move into leadership and management roles. We invest in you because we believe in growing our own.

What you’ll be part of

A nurturing setting where children thrive, teams support one another– we learn, reflect and move forward together. A place where your ideas are valued and your successes are celebrated.

If you’re ready to build a career where you can SHINE every day, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full‑time, Part‑time, Permanent
Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week
Benefits: Childcare, Company pension, On‑site parking
Work Location: In person