Apprentice Educator
Busy Bees Nurseries
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Wigan
Contract type: Full time

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 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.
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 Scholes, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 94 children and offers an ideal environment for every child to learn, develop, and thrive, ensuring they get the best start in life. The nursery features four bright and welcoming rooms, each tailored to cater to different age groups and developmental levels, allowing your little one to flourish alongside peers at a similar stage. In addition to a wide range of resources within the nursery rooms, there are two spacious garden areas where children can continue to explore their imagination outdoors. Conveniently located just a short 5-minute drive from Wigan town center, the nursery is also easily accessible by public transport, with bus stops nearby on Vauxhall Road and Wellington Street served by routes 630 and 575. For those traveling by bus, the town center bus station is only a 10-minute walk away. Free parking is available for staff.
Busy Bees Benefits
Ready to embark on your catering journey? Apply now and be a part of our extraordinary team!
Key Responsibilities And Expectations As An Apprentice
To apply you must be working or 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.
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 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.
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 Scholes, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 94 children and offers an ideal environment for every child to learn, develop, and thrive, ensuring they get the best start in life. The nursery features four bright and welcoming rooms, each tailored to cater to different age groups and developmental levels, allowing your little one to flourish alongside peers at a similar stage. In addition to a wide range of resources within the nursery rooms, there are two spacious garden areas where children can continue to explore their imagination outdoors. Conveniently located just a short 5-minute drive from Wigan town center, the nursery is also easily accessible by public transport, with bus stops nearby on Vauxhall Road and Wellington Street served by routes 630 and 575. For those traveling by bus, the town center bus station is only a 10-minute walk away. Free parking is available for staff.
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)
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
To apply you must be working or 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.
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