Early Years Apprentice — Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Structured development coaching

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking motivated individuals to start an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will learn on the job, be mentored by experienced staff, and gain hands-on experience delivering age-appropriate activities within the EYFS framework, while building confidence in caring for young children.

Join a supportive team at the UK’s leading nursery group, with structured development coaching, regular feedback, and a clear pathway to a lasting career in childcare.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
• Evidence of GCSE Maths and English achievements (3/D or above) or Level 2 Functional Skills.
• Proof of UK residency for at least 3 consecutive years for 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.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met and contribute to safeguarding.
• Work toward completing the apprenticeship within the expected timeframe.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Organisation

Education

GCSE Maths & English (3/D or better)

UK resident for 3 consecutive years

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking motivated individuals to start an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will learn on the job, be mentored by experienced staff, and gain hands-on experience delivering age-appropriate activities within the EYFS framework, while building confidence in caring for young children.

Join a supportive team at the UK’s leading nursery group, with structured development coaching, regular feedback, and a clear pathway to a lasting career in childcare.