Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Nurseries

Newcastle upon Tyne

On-site

GBP 11,000 - 14,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progress

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑we

Peppy menopause support

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries Newcastle Gosforth is seeking an Early Years Apprentice. You’ll learn from experienced professionals, plan and deliver age‑appropriate activities within the EYFS framework, and build strong relationships with children and families.

Join a leading UK nursery group offering dedicated mentoring, ongoing training, and career progression. Benefits include a competitive salary, up to 28 days holiday, and access to our Bee Curious curriculum and wellbeing platforms.

Qualifications

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)

Responsibilities

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 toward completing your Busy Bees Education and Training apprenticeship within the expected timeframe.

Skills

Childcare passion

UK funding eligibility

Maths/English evidence

Education

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Job description

Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today!

Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices.

Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.

Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship?

As An Apprentice, You Will

Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals
Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification
Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses
Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance
Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare

Our apprentices are valued members of the team — you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one!

Why Busy Bees?

At Busy Bees, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We’ve also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we’re committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to.

You’ll Also Experience

Our award‑winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child.
A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported
Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need

About Our Nursery

Our beautiful Newcastle Gosforth nursery has an Ofsted rating of Good, and has a capacity of 108. Having been open for 15 years, we have a dedicated team, determined to give children the best start in life.Excellent transport links, with easy access to the A1, metro and a bus stop just minutes from the nursery. Free onsite parking available.

Busy Bees Benefits

We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

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 (not Essential)