Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is looking for an Early Years Professional to join their team in Belper. The role involves planning activities, ensuring high-quality childcare, and building relationships with children and their families. Candidates should have a passion for working with children and preferably hold Level 2 qualifications in Early Years. Join a supportive environment with extensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be working or caring for children, either voluntary or paid.
• Desirable to have Level 2 qualifications in Early Years, Maths, and English.

Responsibilities

• Plan stimulating activities for children in line with the EYFS.
• Deliver high-quality childcare maintaining professionalism.
• Build effective relationships with children, parents, and team members.
• Ensure each child's individual needs are met.
• Contribute to the safeguarding of all children.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Ability to plan stimulating activities

Effective communication skills

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Maths and English grade C / 4 or above

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? This role is ideal for anyone who has a genuine passion for working with children and is keen to learn and progress in their own professional development.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. You’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our charitable commitment is through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, offering opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

About our Nursery: Busy Bees Alton Manor in Belper is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 90. Our purpose-built centre is designed to be a home away from home, offering a bright and beautiful learning space that encourages each child to thrive. Our nursery is easily accessible, with free parking available for staff convenience. You will play a vital role in creating engaging experiences that foster children's development within a supportive community setting.

Ready to embark on your catering journey? Apply now and be part of our extraordinary team!

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Access to Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with extensive discounts and a Wellbeing Hub
• A Celebrating You section recognising and rewarding team members
• Grow with Us area with development opportunities and training

Responsibilities and expectations (apprentice)

• Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
• Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
• Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
• Ensuring each child\'s individual needs are met
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children
• Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe
• Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
• Communicate with their line Manager regarding the activities and progress within the room

As an Apprentice, you will be working alongside inspiring qualified staff who will support and mentor you whilst completing your apprenticeship. You will attend bespoke Learning & Development courses where you will be provided with underpinning knowledge and skills to support you in everyday practice. A Development Coach will visit you regularly in your nursery, assessing the work you are creating, providing recognition for your progress and vital guidance to support you in the next part of your apprenticeship.

Qualifications / Requirements

• To apply you must be working or caring for children whether voluntary or paid.
• Having a Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.