Job Description

EARLY YEARS APPRENTICE: SALARY up to 18,327 + annual performance bonus + excellent benefits

Kick-start your career in childcare with a competitive salary, training and support, and we'll help you work towards nationally recognised childcare qualifications or even a degree.

Our vibrant Nurseries across Leeds and Harrogate are recruiting for Early Years Apprentices to join our talented team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing family business that values and rewards its staff. We are open 7.30am to 6pm all year round.

We provide training and a structured professional development programme to ensure you flourish in the job, with excellent opportunities for progression. The role also comes with the opportunity to volunteer in Malawi with an all-expenses paid trip of a lifetime.

Responsibilities

Assist in the daily care and supervision of children in the nursery setting. Support early childhood education activities and promote learning through play. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff to foster a positive environment. Maintain a safe and clean nursery space, ensuring all equipment is in good condition. Collaborate with senior practitioners to implement care plans and address children's needs.
With generous holidays and company-wide closure for Christmas, we understand your need for a work-life balance. All our team are offered a competitive salary as well as a fantastic benefits package:

- 3% annual performance bonus
- 28 days holiday (pro rata)
- Company pension scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Discounted childcare at any of our settings
- Free tea and coffee
- Hot lunches
- Uniform
- All expenses paid Christmas awards ceremony
- All Children's Corner employees are given the opportunity to apply for a life-changing experience volunteering at the company charity in Malawi

Children's Corner are committed to safeguarding children. All staff will be subject to rigorous references and DBS check.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: Up to 9.25 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leeds: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person