Key Takeaways
- Earn £8.00-£8.40 per hour as an Early Years Apprentice.
- Gain your Early Years qualification while working in a supportive nursery environment.
- Work in Kirby Muxloe, with flexible working options and significant benefits.
- Applications are reviewed as received and the role may close early.
About the Role
Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working, and genuine career progression.
Kirby Muxloe Day Nursery is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Apprentice to join their team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting, and inspiring children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.
What You Will Be Doing
- Ensure children's individual needs are identified and met.
- Supervise and support the children at all times.
- Carry out a wide range of interactive tasks including reading stories, helping at mealtimes, playing games, and changing nappies.
- Act as a positive, practical role model for the children.
- Develop friendly, professional relationships with staff members and parents.
- Ensure you fully understand and follow Safeguarding Procedures.
- Work towards gaining your Early Years qualification in a supportive and professional environment with hands-on experience.
Benefits
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (3 days used during Christmas shutdown).
- Christmas and New Year shutdown.
- Flexible working options available.
- Significant childcare discount.
- £500 refer-a-friend bonus.
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.
- Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.
- Certified Great Place to Work.
- Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
- Paternity leave paid at 100% for 4 weeks.
- Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid.
- Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid.
- Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid.
- Wellbeing Day (an extra day off).
- The Grand Event (up to an additional week of annual leave after 2 years’ service).
- Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts.
- 24-hour remote GP appointments.
- Access a portion of earned pay before normal payday via Dayforce wallet.
- Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies.
- Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations.
- Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities.
About the Nursery
Kirby Muxloe Day Nursery & Preschool offers a warm, home-from-home environment with a large garden, Forest School area, and passionate team. It is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and provides all-inclusive care. The nursery has four well-equipped rooms supporting every stage from baby spaces to preschool. The large outdoor space includes climbing and riding zones, plus a Forest School and nature garden. Activities include Boogie Mites, Sing and Sign, and yoga, alongside regular trips to parks and libraries.
Location and Travel
Conveniently located next to Kirby Muxloe Primary School and near the M1, with easy access to green spaces and commuting routes.
Application Information
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.