Job Description
JOIN THE UK'S NUMBER #1 NURSERY GROUP!!!
Kindred Nurseries, has an opportunity for an inspiring and caring individual to join the team as a Nursery Apprentice. This would be an ideal position for somebody looking to start their career within the early years sector whilst learning a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
Earn while you learn - This is a full-time position (part-time hours available from 20 to 30 hours per week) requiring the successful candidate to flexibly work 40 hours Monday to Friday. This role is offering an hourly rate of £6.40 with an extensive benefits package.
Working in a winning nursery, voted the UK's top nursery group you will join a team of passionate, inspiring nursery nurses who are shaping the future generation to have a love for lifelong learning.
What we can offer you:
- 50% childcare discount
- 6 fully paid sick days
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Week off between Christmas and New Year
- Reward and recognition schemes including annual awards
- Cashback heath plan covering dental, opticians, physio and alternative therapies
- Free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions
- Employee benefits portal, including 100's of high street discounts
- Free on-site parking
- Access to 24 hour counselling support, including financial and debt advice
- Discounted gym membership
The key responsibilities for a Nursery Apprentice is to:
- Complete a relevant qualification within the agreed timeframe and develop professionally
- Learn all aspects of the Key Person role with the support of a mentor
- Have a shared responsibility for safeguarding, protect children, parents, and staff from harm
- Work as part of a supportive team
- Carry out Practitioner tasks with support and supervision
How Kindred will support you:
- We will assign you a mentor to support you and guide you through your qualification
- You will be enrolled onto a Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification
- Whilst you study towards your qualification, you will be given time for on-the-job training
- Your mentor will ensure that you understand and follow company Policies and Procedures
- The Nursery team will welcome you and help you to feel part of the Kindred family
To be successful for this role you should:
- Have a desire to learn about the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage Framework)
- Be committed and dedicated to your career and the children in your care
- Have a positive, can-do attitude to problem solving
More about Kindred Nurseries
Kindred is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a passion for creating a friendly and inclusive place to work. Our mission is to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder, our recent double award win at Nursery World and NMT shows that we are the place to work.
Our values are at the centre of everything we do
We are Always Learning
We are Inspirational
We have a Family Feel
As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.