Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Birmingham seeks an Early Years Apprentice to support children's learning and development. The role involves planning activities, delivering quality childcare, and maintaining relationships with families. Candidates should have a desire to work with children and preferably possess a Level 2 in Early Years. The position offers numerous benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be working or caring for children, whether voluntary or paid.
• Completion of apprenticeship standards within agreed timeframe.
• Enthusiastic and proactive in developing skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan stimulating activities for children.
• Deliver high-quality childcare.
• Build relationships with children and parents.
• Ensure each child's needs are met.
• Contribute to safeguarding.
• Communicate with line Manager about activities.

Skills

Planning activities

Childcare quality maintenance

Building relationships

Safeguarding

Proactivity in skill development

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? Are you serious about a career in the Early Years sector? 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.

About Us

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. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Birmingham Kingsheath is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 78, supported by a longstanding and passionate team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has exemplary relationships with feeder schools, ensuring smooth transitions for the children. Conveniently located near transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Shirley, and Kings Norton, it is also just a 10-minute walk from Kings Heath High Street and 20 minutes from Birmingham City Centre via public transport. Staff benefits include a free lunch, a birthday day off, flexible working options, and a thorough induction process.

Benefits

Busy Bees Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide 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)

Plus, access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with a wide array of retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub.

Key responsibilities and expectations as an 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.

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.