Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Nurseries; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progression

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus

Menopause support

Financial guidance

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Lancaster is seeking enthusiastic individuals for an apprenticeship position in Early Years. Candidates will support high-quality childcare and build strong relationships with children and parents. Essential criteria include a passion for childcare and evidence of Maths and English qualifications. The role offers opportunities for ongoing training and career progression within a nurturing environment. Join us to make a difference in children’s early development while enjoying benefits such as competitive salary and 50% childcare discount.

Qualifications

• Passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
• Evidence of Maths and English achievements required.
• A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver exciting activities following EYFS framework.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support high-quality childcare experiences.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Ability to build relationships

Enthusiasm for learning

Education

GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification (desirable)

Job description

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 training and career progression
• Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off — our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial guidance through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Workplace pension with Cushon
• Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Your Responsibilities And Expectations

• Help plan and deliver exciting, age‑appropriate activities following the EYFS framework
• Support the team to provide high‑quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children
• Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met
• Contribute to the safeguarding of all children
• Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development
• Show an enthusiastic, proactive, and open approach to learning new skills every day
• Provide your line Manager with regular information about the activities and progress within the room

Essential Criteria

• Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years
• To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years
• Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills)

Desirable Criteria

• A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification