Apprentice Educator
1 day ago
Croydon
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 Croydon, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 112 children in a purpose-built center designed for accessibility and comfort. Our long-standing team provides quality care, with each age group having direct access to their own gardens, all on one floor for easy movement. We host professional photography and ceramic sessions twice a year, enriching the children's experience. Conveniently located behind Purley Five Ways, our nursery sits at the edge of Duppas Hill Park in South Croydon, within walking distance of Waddon train station (0.6 miles) with a quick 35-minute train journey into London. Additionally, there is a direct route into Sutton and Morden, and multiple bus routes are within walking distance of the nursery. We also offer free parking for staff, ensuring hassle-free access for families. 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 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 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.