Apprentice Educator

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

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Lancaster is seeking an Apprentice to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a nurturing environment, assisting with high-quality childcare and engaging activities for children. The ideal candidate should have a passion for working with children and a desire to develop professionally. Benefits include competitive salary, ongoing training, and up to 28 days holiday per year.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must be working or caring for children, either voluntary or paid.
• Desirable to have a Level 2 qualification.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for working with children

Ability to plan stimulating activities

Build effective relationships

Safeguarding knowledge

Enthusiastic and proactive attitude

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Maths and English grade C / 4 or above

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 Brooke Street, rated "Good" by Ofsted, warmly welcomes children from babies to preschoolers, creating a nurturing environment that fosters growth and learning. Each nursery room is equipped with a diverse range of activities and resources designed to keep your child's mind and body engaged every day. The opportunities for exploration and play are endless, ensuring a safe and stimulating atmosphere. We also emphasize outdoor learning and play, allowing the fun to extend beyond the indoors and helping children thrive in a dynamic and enriching environment.

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)

Responsibilities and Expectations

• 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

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.

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