Early Years Apprentice: Hands-On Childcare Career Start

Busy Bees Nurseries; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progress

Hive benefits and wellbeing platform

Up to 28 days holiday (incl. bank hols

Birthday off

Up to 50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to-工作

Peppy financial guidance

Employee Assistance Programme & MHFA

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Apprenticeship in Early Years opens a path to a rewarding childcare career. You will learn on the job under the guidance of experienced Early Years professionals, with dedicated mentoring and access to bespoke Learning & Development courses.

This role supports your growth from day one, with strong focus on safeguarding and child development. You’ll benefit from Busy Bees’ extensive training network, competitive pay, and a culture that values every team member.

Qualifications

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

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 your apprenticeship within the expected timeframe.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Childcare enthusiasm

Team collaboration

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE Maths & English (grade 3/D or higher) or Level 2 FS

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees Apprenticeship in Early Years opens a path to a rewarding childcare career. You will learn on the job under the guidance of experienced Early Years professionals, with dedicated mentoring and access to bespoke Learning & Development courses.

This role supports your growth from day one, with strong focus on safeguarding and child development. You’ll benefit from Busy Bees’ extensive training network, competitive pay, and a culture that values every team member.