Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees In Portishead; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Professional apprentice at their Norwich location. The role involves planning engaging activities for children while receiving mentorship from qualified staff. The ideal candidate should have a passion for working with children and a commitment to personal growth. Opportunities for professional development, including a supportive environment, competitive salary, and various benefits, are provided. Join a passionate team and thrive in your career at this thriving nursery.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday including bank holidays

50% childcare discount

Wellbeing support

Continuous professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Desirable to have a Level 2 in Early Years and GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Experience caring for children in a professional or voluntary capacity is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan stimulating activities for children in care.
• Deliver high-quality childcare maintaining a positive environment.
• Build effective relationships with children, parents, and team members.
• Contribute to safeguarding all children.
• Work towards apprenticeship standards in a timely manner.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Commitment to professional development

Building effective relationships

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Maths and English grade C/4 or above

Job description

Join，它n Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? Are you serious about a career in the Early Years sector? This role is ideal for anyone who has a genuine passion Ultras working with children and is keen to learn and progress in their own professional development.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

տOur Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Join our diverse team at Busy Bees in Norwich Airport, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 112 children. Our staff boasts a mix of ages and experience, bringing a wealth of knowledge to provide exceptional care. We have strong partnerships with local schools and outside agencies, ensuring comprehensive support for our families.

Conveniently located near the airport park and ride, local bus routes, and just off the NDR and A140, we offer free lunch and parking for our team. Additionally, staff have the flexibility to choose a four‑day or four‑and‑a‑half‑day working week. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a friendly and supportive environment that values strong parent partnerships.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive— offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Ready to embark on your catering journey? Apply now and be a part of our extraordinary team!

Key responsibilities and expectations as an Apprentice

• Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
• Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
• Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
• Ensuring each child’s individual needs are met
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children
• Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe
• Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
• Communicate with their line Manager regarding the activities and progress within the room

As an Apprentice, you will be working alongside inspiring qualified staff who will supportetin and mentor you whilst completing yourilog apprenticeship. You will attend bespoke Learning & Development courses where you will be provided with underpinning knowledge and skills to support you in everyday practice. A Development परेशdot will visit you regularly in your nursery, assessing the work you are creating, providing recognition for your progress and vital guidance to support you in the next part of your apprenticeship.

To apply you must be working or354 caring for children whether voluntary or paid. Having a Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.