Overview
As an Apprentice at Busy Bees, 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.
Responsibilities
* 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
* Communicate with their line Manager regarding the activities and progress within the room
Qualifications and requirements
Required Qualifications: 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.
About Busy Bees
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. 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
Join our welcoming team at Busy Bees in Bishops Stortford Thorley, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 55 children. Our longstanding staff creates a home-from-home atmosphere, demonstrating a genuine passion for their work and the care of every child. Conveniently located in the Thorley community, we are next to local shops, with a bus stop at the end of the road and a train station just a 40-minute walk into town. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, as well as the added benefit of a day off for birthdays and a positive points rewards system. This is a wonderful opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and nurturing environment.
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)
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