Early Years Apprentice Practitioner - Haywards Heath

Elan Preschool in Haywards Heath, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Nursery Apprentice to help provide high-quality childcare whilst working toward a recognised qualification. We offer a benefits portal, discounted childcare, and a host of wellbeing benefits.

At Elan Preschool, we provide childcare and early years education in a safe and nurturing environment where children feel confident and supported. Our preschool supports children as they begin to develop independence, confidence, and a love for learning.

At Grandir, our mission is to inspire children to grow into happy, smart, and healthy individuals who thrive. We believe that exceptional childcare and education are achieved when children and families are genuinely placed at the heart of everything we do. As a well-known and sought-after employer in the childcare sector, we recognise that it is our dedicated people who deliver outstanding education and care, always putting children and families first.

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will be expected to provide the highest standard of care and education while gaining hands-on experience in a high-quality childcare setting and working towards recognised childcare qualifications. Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and meeting each child’s individual needs
• Supervising and supporting them throughout the day
• Engaging in a variety of interactive activities such as reading stories, helping at mealtimes, playing games, and changing nappies

You will act as a positive and practical role model, build friendly and professional relationships with staff and parents, and ensure you fully understand and follow safeguarding procedures.

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits including access to an employee benefits portal with discounts at hundreds of high street stores, a staff referral scheme with cash rewards, heavily discounted childcare, a dedicated ‘Well-being Day’ just for you, 24/7 remote GP appointments with home-delivered prescriptions, and a healthcare cashback plan covering treatments such as dental care and physiotherapy. We also celebrate our team through initiatives like ‘May I Say Thank You’ month, which includes an all-expenses-paid awards ceremony, reward points that can be converted into cash, and additional paid holiday during the Christmas closure to enjoy with your loved ones.

Training Outcome: Continued development and progression.

Skills Required:

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non-judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications Desired: GCSE - Maths and English - 4

Course Information:

• Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)
• Level: 2
• Route: Education and early years
• Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements:

• Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage. 40 hours per week.
• Expected Duration: 1 Year
• Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED