Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees; Welwyn; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Up to 28 days holiday including bank/公

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Return-to-work bonus

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

EAP & Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Workplace pension

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)"

Free staff lunches

Free parking on site

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Early Years Apprentices in the UK. You’ll work with experienced peers, receive mentoring, and access bespoke Learning & Development courses to grow in the Early Years sector.

Join Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, offering extensive benefits and a clear path to a long-term childcare career. Rolling interviews and a supportive learning environment await.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and start a career in Early Years.
• UK resident for at least the 3 consecutive years to meet funding eligibility.
• Evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE 3/D 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 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 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

Teamwork

Good communication

Education

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

A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification (desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Early Years Apprentices in the UK. You’ll work with experienced peers, receive mentoring, and access bespoke Learning & Development courses to grow in the Early Years sector.

Join Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, offering extensive benefits and a clear path to a long-term childcare career. Rolling interviews and a supportive learning environment await.