Apprentice Educator

Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today!

Apply today to join us on our June, September or October learning cohorts.

Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices.

Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.

Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship?

As an Apprentice, you will:

Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals

Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification

Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses

Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance

Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare

Our apprentices are valued members of the team — you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one!

Why Busy Bees?

At Busy Bees, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We’ve also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we’re committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to.

You’ll also experience:

Our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child.

A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported

Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need

Busy Bees Benefits

We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progression

Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers

Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)

Your birthday off — our gift to you!

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus

Menopause support through Peppy

Financial guidance through Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension with Cushon

Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations

As an apprentice, you will:

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

Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met

Contribute to the safeguarding of all children

Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe

Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development

Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria

To apply, you must:

Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years

To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years

Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills)

Desirable Criteria (not essential)

A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey!

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found