Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; Lewes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking an Apprentice Early Years Professional to join their team. This role offers an opportunity for hands-on experience alongside qualified staff, focusing on developing vital childcare skills. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with children and a desire for professional development. The position includes various benefits like competitive salary and discounts on childcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Holiday benefits

Childcare discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Working or caring for children, either paid or voluntary.
• Desirable: Level 2 qualification in Early Years.
• Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities in line with EYFS standards.
• Deliver quality childcare and maintain professionalism.
• Build effective relationships with children and parents.
• Ensure individual needs of children are met.
• Contribute to child safeguarding.

Skills

Planning stimulating activities

Quality childcare delivery

Building relationships

Child safeguarding

Proactive communication

Education

Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4

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 Bicester Kingsmere, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery that opened in 2018, accommodating up to 110 children. Our dedicated team actively involves parents in their children's development, ensuring they receive the best start in life. We invite local artists to collaborate with us, creating beautiful pieces for the children during the Christmas season. Conveniently located near two bus stops and a variety of amenities, we also offer free parking for staff, making access to our nurturing environment easy and convenient for families and educators alike.

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 Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with 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.