Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Leicester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full 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

Your birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to-go

Job summary

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group and invites you to start an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will learn from experienced professionals, receive dedicated mentoring, and complete bespoke development courses while contributing to high-quality childcare from day one.

You’ll benefit from a supportive team culture, regular coaching visits, and opportunities to grow within a nationwide nursery network while developing essential skills for a long-term career in childcare.

Qualifications

• UK resident for at least 3 consecutive years (funding eligibility)
• GCSE Maths and English at grade 3/D or higher or Level 2 Functional Skills required
• A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification desirable

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework
• Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and learning experiences
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Contribute to safeguarding and the apprentice program timelines

Education

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

A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Job description

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group and invites you to start an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will learn from experienced professionals, receive dedicated mentoring, and complete bespoke development courses while contributing to high-quality childcare from day one.

You’ll benefit from a supportive team culture, regular coaching visits, and opportunities to grow within a nationwide nursery network while developing essential skills for a long-term career in childcare.