Early Years Apprentice: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

Busy Bees In Portishead; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK nursery group in Letchworth is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the position of Early Years Apprentices. This role offers a chance to gain hands-on experience and contribute meaningfully to children's development within a supportive team. Apprentices will engage in structured learning and benefit from dedicated mentoring while helping to create high-quality childcare experiences. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progression

Access to Hive benefits and wellbeing platform

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Financial guidance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years.
• To meet funding eligibility, must have been a resident in the UK for at least 3 consecutive years.
• Able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver exciting, 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.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Enthusiasm

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Evidence of Maths and English achievements

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification (desirable)

Job description

A leading UK nursery group in Letchworth is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the position of Early Years Apprentices. This role offers a chance to gain hands-on experience and contribute meaningfully to children's development within a supportive team. Apprentices will engage in structured learning and benefit from dedicated mentoring while helping to create high-quality childcare experiences. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.