Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow, Make a Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Hive benefits platform discounts

28 days holiday including bank hols

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Pension Cushon

PMI discount

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in the UK’s leading nursery group is inviting applications for an Early Years Apprenticeship. You’ll learn on the job, receive mentoring, and gain recognised qualifications while helping children learn through the EYFS.

Join a supportive team with ongoing training, progression opportunities, and a range of family-friendly benefits designed to help you develop a rewarding career in childcare.

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.
• Provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).
• Desirable: A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification.

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 proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development

Skills

Passion for childcare

Motivated to start a career in Early 5

Education

A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in the UK’s leading nursery group is inviting applications for an Early Years Apprenticeship. You’ll learn on the job, receive mentoring, and gain recognised qualifications while helping children learn through the EYFS.

Join a supportive team with ongoing training, progression opportunities, and a range of family-friendly benefits designed to help you develop a rewarding career in childcare.