Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progressio

Hive benefits and wellbeing platform

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Pension plan

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in the UK invites you to start a rewarding Early Years Apprenticeship. If you’re new to childcare or aiming to grow your skills, you’ll learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.

You’ll work alongside experienced Early Years professionals, receive dedicated mentoring, and take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses while contributing to activities under the EYFS framework.

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 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

Childcare passion

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE Maths & English (or Level 2 FS)

UK residency for 3 consecutive years

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in the UK invites you to start a rewarding Early Years Apprenticeship. If you’re new to childcare or aiming to grow your skills, you’ll learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.

You’ll work alongside experienced Early Years professionals, receive dedicated mentoring, and take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses while contributing to activities under the EYFS framework.