Early Years Apprentice — Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progress

Hive benefits platform access

Up to 28 days holiday including bank?

Birthday off

Up to 50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Salary Finance

EAP & Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Pension

Discounted PMI

Job summary

Busy Bees invites enthusiastic individuals to join our Early Years Apprenticeship, a hands-on programme aligned with EYFS principles and mentored progression. You will work with experienced professionals, gain supportive coaching, and access bespoke Learning & Development opportunities across our nationwide nurseries.

Applicants should be UK-resident for 3 consecutive years and demonstrate Maths/English achievements.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
• To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years.
• Evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).
• A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver exciting, 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 the safeguarding of all children.
• Complete your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Childcare enthusiasm

Communication

Education

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

A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification (Desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees invites enthusiastic individuals to join our Early Years Apprenticeship, a hands-on programme aligned with EYFS principles and mentored progression. You will work with experienced professionals, gain supportive coaching, and access bespoke Learning & Development opportunities across our nationwide nurseries.

Applicants should be UK-resident for 3 consecutive years and demonstrate Maths/English achievements.