Professional development
We believe that investing in our people is an important part of providing high-quality childcare and Early Years education.
Our professional development programmes are designed to help you build your knowledge, develop new skills and feel supported as you progress in your career with GrandirUK.
Whether you are taking your first steps in early years or looking to develop further in your role, you’ll have opportunities to learn, grow and explore where your career could take you.

Learning designed around you
Our internal development programmes give you opportunities to build your knowledge, strengthen your skills and continue progressing throughout your career with GrandirUK. From role-specific learning to CPD-accredited programmes, there are different ways to develop at every stage of your journey.
Induction programme
A warm welcome from day one.
SP:IR:IT is our company induction programme, designed to give every new colleague a warm and consistent welcome to GrandirUK. It provides the essential knowledge, tools and introduction you need to understand our organisation and feel supported as you begin your journey with us.
Emerging leadership
Grow your potential. Develop your leadership.
IGNITE is our six-month development programme for colleagues looking to grow their leadership capability. Through focused learning, it helps you strengthen your skills, knowledge and behaviours, develop in your current role and prepare for future opportunities.
Leadership development
Build on your experience. Evolve as a leader.
LEAP is our six-month development programme for Deputy Managers, Nursery Managers and Support Office Team Leaders. Designed for colleagues already in leadership roles, it provides focused development to help you strengthen your leadership approach, build on your experience and continue evolving in your role.
Earn while you learn
Our apprenticeships give you the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications while developing your skills through practical, hands-on experience. From starting a career in early years to progressing into leadership, there are opportunities to continue learning and growing with GrandirUK.
