Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees; Oakington; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progresss

Hive benefits platform discounts

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Up to 50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to‑工作

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Pension with Cushon

PMI discounts

Job summary

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group inviting applicants to begin an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will learn by doing, supported by experienced Early Years professionals and a Development Coach, and gain essential qualifications as you work towards a long-term career in childcare.

The programme includes bespoke Learning & Development courses, regular coaching, and progress reviews, with a focus on developing confidence, practical skills, and child-centred care within Busy Bees settings.

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).

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.
• Work toward completing your apprenticeship within the expected timeframe.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Education

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

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification (Desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group inviting applicants to begin an Early Years Apprenticeship. You will learn by doing, supported by experienced Early Years professionals and a Development Coach, and gain essential qualifications as you work towards a long-term career in childcare.

The programme includes bespoke Learning & Development courses, regular coaching, and progress reviews, with a focus on developing confidence, practical skills, and child-centred care within Busy Bees settings.