Job Description

Early Years Apprentice
Pepy's Road Dicky Bird Day Nursery
Part of Grandir UK
Training salary- £8.00- £9.00 per hour
Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.
Our Pepy's Road Dicky Bird Day Nursery in Raynes Park is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Apprentice to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You’ll Love Working at Dicky Birds
At Dicky Birds, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.
Core Benefits
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• Big 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, voted for by our current colleagues
About Our Nursery
Our Team & Parent Partnerships
Our dedicated team combines experience with fresh ideas, supported by ongoing training. We build strong relationships with families through events, stay-and-play sessions, a lending library, home activity packs, and regular updates via the Famly app.
Facilities
Age-specific rooms (baby, toddler, preschool) provide safe, nurturing spaces that support development, independence, and school readiness, alongside a garden for outdoor play and social skill building.
Activities
A wide range of engaging activities—including Forest School, Make and Bake, and PE—help develop life skills, coordination, and teamwork.
Community Outings
Regular trips around Raynes Park, including visits to the library, train station, and local parks, offer enriching real-world experiences and outdoor fun.
We’re thrilled to be rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, a testament to our passionate dedication, inspiring learning experiences, and a warm, nurturing environment where every child can flourish and shine each day.

Location and Travel
Located in the heart of Muswell Hill just off Fortis Green, our nursery is close to East Finchley Station and within walking distance of local primary schools—ideal for both local families and commuters.
What You Will Be Doing
• Ensure that the 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
Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits
• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent 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 just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service
Even More Benefits
• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S, and major supermarkets
• 24-hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation
Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role which will be carried out by our approved third-party provider.
We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.
Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.
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