Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Professional Apprentice dedicated to working with children. The role involves planning engaging activities, fostering relationships, and ensuring each child's needs are met. Applicants should possess a passion for childcare, be keen to learn, and hold a Level 2 qualification in Early Years. The nursery offers a supportive environment with extensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must be working or caring for children either voluntarily or through employment.
• Desirable to have Maths and English grade C/4 or functional skills level 2.

Responsibilities

• Planning activities in line with the EYFS.
• Delivering quality childcare and maintaining professionalism.
• Building effective relationships with children and parents.
• Meeting individual needs of each child.
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Enthusiasm

Proactive development of skills

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Job description

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 at Leicester City

Busy Bees at Leicester City is rated "Good" by Ofsted and has a capacity of 54 children. Opened in 2003, our beautiful three-storey listed Victorian building features light and airy rooms designed for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children. Each space is carefully planned to provide flexible areas for both group and individual play within various activity zones.

Nestled in an idyllic location, we take advantage of local attractions to explore the astonishing wildlife and endless learning opportunities available in the area. Busy Bees at Leicester City is situated in the conservation area of New Walk, Leicester City Centre, close to the railway station, Victoria Park, and the Museum.

Proud to be a multicultural nursery, we provide halal food and teach children different languages during registration. Additionally, our Pre‑School programme includes PE lessons where children practice getting changed independently and a shared reading library to foster a love for reading.

Busy Bees 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 our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge array of retail discounts
• Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your physical and mental health
• Celebrating You section showcasing ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• Dedicated Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees

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

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.