At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and wellbeing through engaging play activities and care routines.
- Company: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, a vibrant childcare provider in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 50% childcare discount, life assurance, and extensive health services.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and make a real difference in children's lives.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in childcare with structured training and clear progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above preferred.
The predicted salary is between 27255 - 28225 £ per year.
Introduction
Are you aspiring to build a career in childcare?
Happy Days is a growing business which offers development progression, different areas of the workforce you can branch out into and work toward recognised qualification.
Happy Days ensure they are delivering outstanding childcare to every child in every setting everyday.
About the Employer
Welcome to Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School in Charlton Heights — a bright, purpose-built setting in the heart of Charlton Hayes, Bristol.
Situated directly opposite Charlton Wood Primary School and close to local amenities including the doctor’s surgery, Sainsbury’s Local, and the library, we offer families an ideal and accessible location with designated parent parking for smooth drop-offs and collections.
Our nursery provides calm, neutral environments and secure outdoor areas that support our all-day free-flow approach to learning.
Carefully chosen resources inspire children to explore, experiment, and engage in meaningful play, both indoors and out.
What You’ll Do
Role Purpose
- Ensure the welfare and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge.
- Support the planning and delivery of purposeful play activities in line with the early years foundation stage.
- Work with parents, colleagues and other agencies to ensure children’s individual needs are met.
- Support children to understand healthy life choices through engaging play activities.
- Take an active role in seeking out continuous professional development opportunities during the apprenticeship programme and beyond.
- Communicate and use knowledge of child development to engage with children and support those requiring additional support.
- Support children experiencing transitions such as moving to school or the birth of a sibling, using your knowledge of the children to support them.
- Carry out respectful care routines such as feeding, nappy changing and dental care.
- Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours.
- Support children’s numeracy, literacy and language through a range of play activities and opportunities.
Benefits
- 50% childcare discount.
- Fully funded Blue Light Card Membership.
- Life Assurance.
- Christmas On Us - up to 4 gifted days off during Christmas close‑down.
- An extensive range of Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP.
- Structured training, mentoring, and a clear career progression pathway which will support your CPD.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - English Language - 4
- Desired - GCSE - Mathematics - 4
- Course Information
- Course: Early years educator (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Education and early years
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
- Working Arrangements
- Working Week: Monday - Friday 40 hour week.
- Shifts to be agreed.
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months.
- Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
- #J-18808-Ljbffr
Early Years Apprentice - Happy Days Charlton Heights employer: Happy Days South West Limited
Happy Days South West Limited is an exceptional employer for those looking to kickstart their career in early years education. With a strong focus on hands-on experience and structured training, employees benefit from dedicated mentoring and clear pathways for progression, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture in the vibrant Bristol area. This apprenticeship not only equips you with recognised qualifications but also fosters personal growth and development in a nurturing environment.
Contact Details:
Happy Days South West Limited Recruitment Team
