Early Years Apprentice — Learn, Grow, Make a Real Difference

Busy Bees Nurseries; Ashington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progressio

Lifecycle benefits via Hive platform

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to‑工作

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance guidance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Pension via Cushon

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries invites passionate individuals to join as Early Years Apprentices across our UK nurseries. You will learn on the job, gain mentoring from experienced professionals, and undertake bespoke Learning & Development courses.

You'll be supported by a Development Coach, work with a dedicated team, and begin building a long-term career in childcare within Busy Bees Education and Training programs.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and start a career in Early Years.
• Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE/Functional Skills).
• To meet funding eligibility, resident in the UK for at least 3 consecutive 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, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met.
• Contribute to safeguarding of all children.
• Complete apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the timeframe.
• Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths & English (or Level 2 Functional Skills)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries invites passionate individuals to join as Early Years Apprentices across our UK nurseries. You will learn on the job, gain mentoring from experienced professionals, and undertake bespoke Learning & Development courses.

You'll be supported by a Development Coach, work with a dedicated team, and begin building a long-term career in childcare within Busy Bees Education and Training programs.