Nursery Apprentice Level 2 - Exeter Matford Green

At Grandir, our mission is to inspire children to grow happy, smart, and healthy, and to thrive as individuals. We believe that exceptional childcare and education begins with placing children and families at the heart of everything we do. As a well-known and respected employer in the childcare sector, we recognise that it’s our people who deliver outstanding care and education every day.

As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll be expected to provide the highest level of care and education while gaining practical experience in a high-quality setting and working towards a recognised childcare qualification. Your responsibilities will include identifying and meeting each child’s individual needs, supervising and supporting them throughout the day, and engaging in a variety of interactive tasks such as reading stories, playing games, helping at mealtimes, and changing nappies.

You’ll act as a positive role model, build strong relationships with staff and parents, and ensure you fully understand and follow safeguarding procedures. In return, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including access to an employee benefits portal with discounts at hundreds of retailers, a generous staff referral scheme, heavily discounted childcare, and wellbeing perks such as a dedicated ‘Wellbeing Day’, 24/7 remote GP access, and a healthcare cashback plan. We also celebrate our team through initiatives like the ‘May I Say Thank You’ month, reward points that convert to cash, and additional paid holiday over Christmas to spend with loved ones.

Training:

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to upskill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship 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 by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Training Outcome:

Continued development and progression

Employer Description:
At Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Matford Green in Exeter, we strive to create a warm, family-focused environment where children can flourish, develop critical thinking skills, and build creativity, confidence, and resilience through play-based learning. Our open-door policy reflects our dedication to supporting both children and their families throughout their journey with us, helping to ensure the best possible start to each child’s Early Years education.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

Skills:
Administrative skills,Analytical Skills,Attention to detail,Communication Skills,Creative,Customer care skills,Initiative,IT skills,Logical,Non judgemental,Number skills,Organisation skills,Patience,Physical fitness,Presentation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working