Early Years Apprentice Practitioner - Rushden
Ref: VAC-02595
Sector: Early Years
Deadline: 26/10/2026
Start Date: 09/11/2026
Working Week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage. 40 hours per week
Company: Grandir Kiddi Caru in Rushden
Positions Available: 1
Vacancy Detail
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, and 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 “Wellbeing 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.
Qualifications required
- Maths and English at Level 1 Desirable
- Positive
- Practical
- Passionate about a career in early years
- Focused
Skills required
- Professional
- Communication
- Ability to learn
- Dedication
Future Prospects
Continued development and progression
Other Information
Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit.
Training to be Provided
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on‑the‑job training you need to up‑skill in your role, and your 20% off‑the‑job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
- Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
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Early Years Apprentice Practitioner - Rushden employer: Realise Training Group
At Realise, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation of bus drivers through exceptional training and support. Our Cleckheaton depot offers a collaborative work culture where you can thrive, with flexible working hours, generous holiday allowances, and numerous opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the transport industry while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
