Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progress

Bee Curious curriculum access

Discounts through Hive benefits

Job summary

Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will work alongside experienced staff to plan and deliver age-appropriate activities under EYFS, supporting children’s learning and development while completing your qualification.

This role provides dedicated mentoring, bespoke Learning & Development courses, and a clear pathway into a long-term childcare career within a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Passion for childcare and motivation to start a career in Early Years.
• Evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).
• UK resident for at least the 3 consecutive years to meet funding eligibility.
• Desirable Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification (not essential).

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 safeguarding of all children.
• Move through the apprenticeship programme within the expected timeframe with Busy Bees Education and Training.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Passion for childcare

UK residency 3 years

Education

GCSE Maths & English (or Level 2 Functional Skills)

Desirable: Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Job description

Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will work alongside experienced staff to plan and deliver age-appropriate activities under EYFS, supporting children’s learning and development while completing your qualification.

This role provides dedicated mentoring, bespoke Learning & Development courses, and a clear pathway into a long-term childcare career within a supportive team culture.