Nursery Apprentice Level 2 - Anerley (South London )

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 happen when children and families are truly placed at the heart of everything we do. As a respected and sought-after employer in the childcare sector, we know it’s our people who deliver this excellence every day. As a Nursery Apprentice, you’ll be expected to provide the highest standard of care and education while gaining hands-on 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 wide 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 up-skill 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:
Anerley Day Nursery and Preschool on Anerley Road is well-loved in the community, we provide excellent Early Years childcare for children from 3 months to 5 years. We provide a fun, energetic and loving environment that encourages and nurtures holistic development.

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