Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progressio

Up to 28 days holiday including bank

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work

Workplace pension

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is inviting enthusiastic individuals to start an Early Years Apprenticeship across our UK nursery network. You’ll learn on the job, receive dedicated mentoring, and benefit from our Bee Curious curriculum and supportive Development Coach visits.

As an apprentice, you’ll contribute to high-quality childcare, build strong relationships, and work toward a recognised early years qualification while enjoying generous benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
• Have evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE 3/D or Level 2 Functional Skills).
• UK resident for at least the 3 consecutive years.

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.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Childcare enthusiasm

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths & English (minimum)

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is inviting enthusiastic individuals to start an Early Years Apprenticeship across our UK nursery network. You’ll learn on the job, receive dedicated mentoring, and benefit from our Bee Curious curriculum and supportive Development Coach visits.

As an apprentice, you’ll contribute to high-quality childcare, build strong relationships, and work toward a recognised early years qualification while enjoying generous benefits and a collaborative team environment.