Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Nurseries

Trowbridge

On-site

GBP 8,000 - 10,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training & career progression

Birthday off

10% childcare discount

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Busy Bees is inviting enthusiastic individuals to begin an Early Years Apprenticeship at our Trowbridge nursery. You'll learn from experienced professionals, receive dedicated mentoring, and participate in bespoke Learning & Development courses to support your qualification.

Join a supportive team and grow your skills through regular feedback from your Development Coach, helping you build a long-term career in childcare with Busy Bees.

Qualifications

Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
Provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE 3/D or Level 2 FS).
Resident in the UK for at least 3 consecutive years (funding eligibility).
Desirable: Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification.

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 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.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Motivation for Early Years

Enthusiasm and curiosity

Commitment to development

Education

GCSE Maths & English min 3/D

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (desirable)

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.

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

Trowbridge, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, has a capacity of 100 children spread across three base rooms: Babies, Toddlers, and Preschool. Our longstanding staff members create a nurturing environment that feels like a home away from home for both children and their families. We utilize the nearby community center as an additional point of safety, ensuring a secure setting. Located on the Paxcroft Mead estate, Busy Bees Trowbridge is surrounded by a variety of shops and community hubs on one side and a large park grass area on the other, providing a vibrant community atmosphere for our nursery.

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 (not Essential)