Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees In Portishead; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to‑工作

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking an Early Years Apprentice in the UK to start a rewarding career in childcare. You will work with experienced Early Years professionals, receive mentoring, and participate in tailored Learning & Development courses.

The role centres on supporting high-quality childcare and building strong relationships with children and families. Applicants should be passionate about childcare, meet residency and English/Maths criteria, and be prepared to learn and grow within Busy Bees

Qualifications

• Passion for childcare and starting a career in Early Years.
• Evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills).
• UK resident for at least the 3 consecutive years to meet funding eligibility.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

EYFS

Childcare

Learning support

Education

GCSE Maths & English (3/D or above) or Level 2 Functional Skills

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (Desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking an Early Years Apprentice in the UK to start a rewarding career in childcare. You will work with experienced Early Years professionals, receive mentoring, and participate in tailored Learning & Development courses.

The role centres on supporting high-quality childcare and building strong relationships with children and families. Applicants should be passionate about childcare, meet residency and English/Maths criteria, and be prepared to learn and grow within Busy Bees