Jobs, fresher vacancy - Early Years Apprentice • UK

Company: BHUK Bright Horizons Family Solutions Limited UK

UK

Nursery: Bright Horizons Church Crookham Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary: £11.50ph (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Location: Church CrookhamWe are looking for a full time Early Years Apprentice to join our Bright Horizons Church Crookham Day Nursery.What we can offer youOur benefits include, but are not limited to;Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviewsDiscounted childcare of 40% for first child (T&C Apply)28 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional daysSmart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health supportHuge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days outFinancial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and moreRefer a Friend Bonus, including New York Trip for 2 prize draw entryAccess to a wide selection of training programmes, supporting your individual career path, with career development opportunities across our network of nurseriesEmployee Appreciation through our quarterly recognition weeks and annual Awards of Excellence gala’sHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingWhy Bright Horizons?We care for over 25,000 children across the UK, across our portfolio of over 300 nurseries, 98% of which are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. We’ve been voted Great Place to Work for the last 17 consecutive years, as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women. Since 2005, we have supported the lives of thousands of children through our Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, supporting families and children in crisis – something we could not achieve without our Bright Horizons colleagues ongoing volunteering and fundraising. What you’ll be doingWorking as part of a nursey team looking after babies and children up to the age of 5.Having daily adventures with our children through interactive play, activities, reading and helping them with their curious minds through the learning curriculum Communicating with parents daily on their child’s activities Provide a caring and supporting environment where the children feel safe and looked after Creating play and learning opportunities that support the children’s learning Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding procedures and policies are followed at all timesWorking alongside your Assessor, including attending all training required for completion of your formal qualificationHaving the ability to manage own time to complete required coursework in the given timeframeDriving own development through the active participation in appraisals, one-to-ones, and requesting supervisions where requiredReflecting and proactively utilising new ideas and initiatives, including feedback, to enhance development and learningWhat we’re looking forCommitment to completing your ApprenticeshipMaths and English qualification GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above, or Functional Skills Level 2. If not already held, a willingness to complete Functional Skills alongside apprenticeship.Previous experience working with children beneficial, but not essential - Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similar.Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each childAbility to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parentsAbility to use a variety of techniques to clearly and successfully communicate with both children and adultsBright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we’re looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.We look forward to receiving your application!If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.