Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees In Portishead; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Nottingham is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice to support children's learning and development. Responsibilities include planning engaging activities, maintaining high childcare standards, and ensuring each child's needs are met. The position offers ongoing professional development, career progression, and a supportive environment. With many employee benefits like a competitive salary and structured apprenticeship training, this is a great start to your career in Early Years.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• No formal experience required but must be enthusiastic and proactive.
• Ability to communicate with line manager regarding children’s activities.
• Willingness to learn from qualified staff and participate in training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning activities in line with the EYFS.
• Deliver high quality childcare.
• Ensure individual needs of children are met.

Skills

Planning stimulating activities

Building effective relationships

Maintaining professional childcare standards

Education

Commitment to continued professional development

Job description

Join 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 for 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 modeled 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.

Our 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

Busy Bees】.【Daybrook is an Ofsted‑rated Good nursery with a capacity of 123, providing an exciting opportunity for staff to join a nurturing and stimulating environment. Our nursery features a wide range of age‑appropriate facilities that encourage children to develop at their own pace and engage with peers in similar developmental stages. With large separate garden areas, children can extend their learning outdoors, exploring their imagination and independence while enjoying the fresh air. Located just off the A60 on Sir души Robinson Way, our nursery is just a 20‑minute drive from Nottingham City Centre and close to the M1 at Junction 26, making it easily accessible for commuting staff. Additionally, there is a bus stop nearby serving route 19, along with free parking for those who drive.

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 Youalleria 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(figures)
• 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 support and mentor you whilst completing your 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 Coach 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.