Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is looking for passionate Early Years Professionals to join their team. You will be responsible for planning engaging activities, building strong relationships with children and parents, and ensuring high-quality childcare. This role offers competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and up to 28 days holiday per year. Join our extraordinary team to support children's growth and learning!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Menopause support through Peppy

Qualifications

• Working or caring for children, whether voluntary or paid is required.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Planning stimulating activities for children in line with EYFS.
• Building effective relationships with children and parents.
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Enthusiasm

Proactivity

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Maths and English grade C / 4 or above

Functional skills level 2

Job description

Join Our Team

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 Sunderland Doxford

Our 90 place purpose built nursery has 4 spacious base rooms and a sensory room. Each room has its own free flow garden for constant outdoor access. Very long standing team with staff hitting 10 year and 20 year milestones. We have excellent links with local primary schools. On a popular business park with excellent transport links, including a bus link 2 minutes walk away from the centre - connecting you to the town! Free onsite parking available.

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)

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

Qualifications

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.

Apply now and be a part of our extraordinary team!