Early Years Apprentice - Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progress

Hive benefits and wellbeing platform

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Up to 50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to-工作

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance guidance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking enthusiastic individuals to start an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will work with experienced professionals, receive mentoring, and take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses within a leading UK nursery group.

As an apprentice, you will help plan and deliver EYFS-aligned activities, support high-quality childcare, and build strong relationships with children and families while pursuing a funded apprenticeship through Busy Bees Education and Training.

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

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking enthusiastic individuals to start an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will work with experienced professionals, receive mentoring, and take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses within a leading UK nursery group.

As an apprentice, you will help plan and deliver EYFS-aligned activities, support high-quality childcare, and build strong relationships with children and families while pursuing a funded apprenticeship through Busy Bees Education and Training.