Nursery Apprentice - leighton buzzard

At Grandir our mission is to inspire children to grow happy, smart, and healthy and thrive as individuals. Excellent quality childcare and education is evident when the children and family are truly placed at the centre of all we do and as a well-known and sought-after employer within the childcare sector, we recognise it is our people that provide exceptional education and care with every child and family at the centre of all they do.

As a Nursery Apprentice you will be expected to provide the highest level of care and education for children attending the nursery. Whilst you are gaining hands on experience in a high quality childcare setting you will be working towards recognised childcare qualifications.
What will you be doing:

•Ensuring that the children’s individual needs are identified and met
•Supervising and supporting the children at all times
•Carrying out a wide range of interactive tasks including reading stories, helping at mealtimes and playing games

Training:

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Kiddi Caru will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day. If successful, you will complete a level 2 early years practitioner apprentice standard, which includes;

•Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours

•Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification

•Functional skills in Maths and English if required

This will be delivered through Kiddi Caru dedicated training provider, Realise. Realise is an established training provider that’s enjoying an exciting period of growth following a management buyout and rebrand in late 2020. We’ve invested heavily in our people and culture, and we want to grow our teams by finding people who share our passion and enthusiasm for creating a better future.

Training Outcome:

Continued development and progression.

Employer Description:
Leighton Buzzard Day Nursery provides a true home-from-home experience in a beautifully refurbished house. Loved by both caregivers and children, this charming space provides an inspiring environment where children can play, learn, and grow.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday, shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience