Early Years Apprentice — Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees; Croydon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progressio

Bee Curious curriculum

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

40% childcare discount

Job summary

Busy Bees invites applications for an Early Years Apprenticeship. Join the UK-leading nursery group to begin a rewarding career in early years, with on-the-job learning, dedicated mentoring, and access to our Bee Curious curriculum.

As an apprentice, you will support planning and delivering activities under EYFS, help create a safe, nurturing environment, and build relationships with children and parents while progressing through Busy Bees Education and Training.

Qualifications

• Passion for childcare and starting a career in Early Years.
• UK resident for at least 3 consecutive years.
• Evidence of Maths and English qualifications (GCSE/Functional Skills).

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework.
• Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure children's individual needs are understood and met.
• Contribute to safeguarding of all children.
• Progress through Busy Bees Education and Training within the apprenticeship timeframe.

Skills

Childcare passion

Motivated to start Early Years career

Education

GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Job description

Busy Bees invites applications for an Early Years Apprenticeship. Join the UK-leading nursery group to begin a rewarding career in early years, with on-the-job learning, dedicated mentoring, and access to our Bee Curious curriculum.

As an apprentice, you will support planning and delivering activities under EYFS, help create a safe, nurturing environment, and build relationships with children and parents while progressing through Busy Bees Education and Training.