Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Hive benefits platform

28 days holiday including bank hols

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave & return‑to‑work bonus

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance & MH First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Pension Cushon

Discounted PMI

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship for passionate individuals eager to start a rewarding career in childcare. You will learn on the job, supported by experienced professionals and a dedicated Development Coach, with bespoke Learning & Development courses to help you grow from day one.

You’ll be learning through a structured apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training, with clear milestones and regular feedback to support your progress toward a

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
• Provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).
• Funding eligibility requires UK residency for the last 3 years.

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 relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met.
• Contribute to safeguarding of all children.
• Complete apprenticeship through Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment to your own development.
• Demonstrate proactive learning of new skills daily.
• Provide your line Manager with regular activity/progress updates.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Motivated to start a career in Early 0

Education

Level 2 Functional Skills (Maths/English)

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (Desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship for passionate individuals eager to start a rewarding career in childcare. You will learn on the job, supported by experienced professionals and a dedicated Development Coach, with bespoke Learning & Development courses to help you grow from day one.

You’ll be learning through a structured apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training, with clear milestones and regular feedback to support your progress toward a