Are you ready to kickstart your career in childcare? Play Away - West End Nursery
is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an
Apprentice to join our team. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience
and training in a supportive, fun environment… and earn as you learn!
What You’ll Do:
As an Early Years Apprentice, you'll get real-world
experience working in a day nursery. You’ll be paired with a buddy to guide
you, and work towards becoming a key person in the nursery. Your apprenticeship
will include training days and practical days at the nursery. Your typical day
will include:
* Assisting team members to provide top-notch care and
education for children.
* Building authentic and meaningful relationships with
children and their parents/carers.
* Liaise closely with parents/carers and encourage their
involvement in nursery life and their child's learning.
* Working with nursery staff to ensure children’s needs and
requirements are met.
* Keeping the environment safe, clean, and healthy.
* Supporting inclusive practices, and helping plan and assess
activities that cater to the unique development needs of each child.
Rewards and Benefits:
We value our apprentices and offer a range of fantastic
perks:
* Competitive Salary:
£8.60-11.44 per hour, depending on age and experience.
* Annual Leave: 24 days, plus your birthday off and public
holidays.
* Bonuses: £100 on completing your Level 2 qualification,
£250 on completing Level 3, plus yearly salary increases (£500 for Level 2,
£750 for Level 3).
* Annual Pay Review: Ensures competitive compensation.
* Team Fun Days and Awards: Celebrate our amazing team!
* Referral Bonuses: Up to £500 for referring friends and
family.
* Bike to Work Scheme: Get help buying a bike with a £50
contribution and salary sacrifice repayment option.
* Staff Perks: Discounts on cinema, retail, travel, and
more.
* Free Lunch Every Day and Uniform.
* Compassionate Leave: Up to 5 days paid leave.
* Childcare Discount: Generous discounts for staff.
* Employee Assistance Helpline: 24/7 confidential
counselling and advice.