Early Years Apprentice — Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees; Crowborough; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progress

Bees Benefits & wellbeing platform

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to start a rewarding career in childcare within the UK’s leading nursery group. You will learn on the job, plan exciting activities, and deliver high-quality care under expert guidance.

This apprenticeship supports development toward a long-term role in early years, with mentorship, training, and ongoing learning opportunities across our nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Passion for childcare and a desire to start a career in Early Years.
• UK resident for at least 3 consecutive years to meet funding eligibility.
• Evidence of Maths and English at GCSE (grade 3/D or above) or Level 2 Functional Skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering age-appropriate activities per EYFS.
• Support high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Ensure individual needs of children are understood and met.
• Contribute to safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Work toward completing Busy Bees Education and Training apprenticeship within the timeframe.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment to development.

Skills

Childcare passion

UK resident 3+ years

English/Maths GCSE

Education

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Maths and English GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to start a rewarding career in childcare within the UK’s leading nursery group. You will learn on the job, plan exciting activities, and deliver high-quality care under expert guidance.

This apprenticeship supports development toward a long-term role in early years, with mentorship, training, and ongoing learning opportunities across our nationwide network.