Early Years Apprentice Practitioner - Pippas House
Grandir · Esher · posted 29 July 2026
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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 ‘Wel-being 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.
Your training
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
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Where it leads
Continued development and progression.
About Grandir
Our Esher nursery features two purpose-built buildings, each carefully designed around the age and stage of the children who use them. From calm, cosy spaces for babies to vibrant rooms for older children, every area has been thoughtfully planned to support learning, play and development.
Things to consider
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.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE maths and english (grade 4) — desired
Where you'll work
- Portsmouth Road, Esher, KT10 9AA
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