Early Years Apprentice: Hands-On Learning & Mentoring

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progressio

Up to 28 days holiday per year (incl.

Childcare discount up to 50%

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. is recruiting for an Early Years Apprentice to learn and grow within the UK’s leading nursery group. You will help plan and deliver age-appropriate activities under the EYFS framework and work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality childcare from day one.

You will develop practical skills through the Busy Bees Education and Training apprenticeship, benefiting from mentoring, ongoing development, and a positive workplace culture across nearly 400 nurseries.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification is desirable.
• GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills.
• UK resident for at least 3 consecutive years to meet funding eligibility.

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.
• Complete apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Motivation to start a career in Early/

Education

A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification

GCSE Maths and English (3/D or above) or Level 2 Functional Skills

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. is recruiting for an Early Years Apprentice to learn and grow within the UK’s leading nursery group. You will help plan and deliver age-appropriate activities under the EYFS framework and work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality childcare from day one.

You will develop practical skills through the Busy Bees Education and Training apprenticeship, benefiting from mentoring, ongoing development, and a positive workplace culture across nearly 400 nurseries.