Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Owthorpe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and progression

Bee Curious curriculum access

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is recruiting an Early Years Apprentice to join our team. You will learn by supporting experienced Early Years professionals, planning activities, and delivering high‑quality childcare under the Busy Bees Education and Training program.

The role focuses on developing practical skills, building confidence with children, and advancing through a structured apprenticeship. You will be part of a supportive workplace with mentoring, ongoing training, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and start a career in Early Years.
• Residency in the UK for at least 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 age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework.
• Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met.
• Contribute to safeguarding of all children.
• Complete apprenticeship with Busy Bees Education and Training within the timeframe.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment to development.

Skills

Passionate about childcare

Maths & English GCSEs/Level 2

Education

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (Desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is recruiting an Early Years Apprentice to join our team. You will learn by supporting experienced Early Years professionals, planning activities, and delivering high‑quality childcare under the Busy Bees Education and Training program.

The role focuses on developing practical skills, building confidence with children, and advancing through a structured apprenticeship. You will be part of a supportive workplace with mentoring, ongoing training, and opportunities for career