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Overview
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
Gillingham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built, single-level center with a capacity of 112 children, featuring 10 base rooms and separate garden areas tailored for each age group. We provide essential items such as nappies and wipes, ensuring convenience for families. Our nursery has strong ties with the local community and local authorities to support children’s development. Conveniently located within walking distance to bus stops and close to the motorway, we offer free onsite parking for staff. With a number of longstanding staff members, we are committed to providing a nurturing environment and a full-time fee rate for families.
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
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Additionally, you’ll have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a wide array of retail discounts to help your money go further, plus a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section recognises and rewards our valued team members. A Grow with Us area shares development opportunities and training to help you thrive at Busy Bees.
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
As an Apprentice, 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.
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.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education
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* Education Administration Programs
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