Apprentice Educator
Busy Bees In Portishead
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Busy Bees in Watford is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship. Join a leading UK nursery group, learn under experienced Early Years professionals, and gain dedicated mentoring and bespoke Learning & Development courses.
You’ll be part of a nurturing team at a Busy Bees nursery, benefiting from flexible shifts and extensive training as you build a long-term childcare career.
Qualifications
- Passion for childcare and starting a career in Early Years.
- UK resident for at least 3 consecutive years for funding eligibility.
- Evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).
- A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Help plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework.
- Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences.
- Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met.
- Contribute to safeguarding of all children.
- Work toward completing apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe.
Skills
Education
Job description
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.
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!
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
Join Busy Bees at our Watford nursery, proudly rated Good by Ofsted, with a capacity for 46 children. Our small, dedicated team is passionate about providing exceptional care and learning experiences. Conveniently situated on the grounds of Watford Hospital, we have excellent transport links, including a bus stop right outside serving Hemel Hempstead and Holywell, plus Watford Junction and Watford High Street train stations just a 10-minute walk away. Staff benefit from flexible shifts and ample free on-site parking. Come and be part of our nurturing team, where quality childcare and child development come first!
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)
As an apprentice, you will:
- 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
To apply, you must:
- 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)
- A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification
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