Apprentice Educator

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

We are seeking a Apprentice Educator to work at Busy Bees Nurseries
, one of the UK's leading nursery groups with nearly 400 locations. This apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to develop a career in early years education within a supportive, professionally-driven environment.

Busy Bees is dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. With awards for our workplace culture, we create a nurturing setting where staff feel valued, heard, and empowered to deliver high quality care and learning.

We offer an engaging environment where you can apply the unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. It is a great place to grow your expertise while working alongside highly qualified staff.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need we create meaningful community engagement and fundraising opportunities for all children.

Godalming Bridge Road nursery is rated Good by Ofsted and caters for 136 children. We provide a Grade II listed main building, a separate preschool, an all‑weather playground, a dedicated baby garden and an outdoor classroom. Staff benefit from free parking and convenient transport links close to town.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• 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)

• Involvement in planning stimulating activities for children in line with the EYFS
• Assisting in delivering high‑quality childcare and maintaining professional, positive outcomes for 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 working towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training, with completion expected within the agreed timeframe
• Being enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace
• Demonstrating commitment to continued professional development
• Communicating with line manager regarding activities and progress in the room

As an Apprentice you will work alongside experienced staff who will support and mentor you throughout your learning. You will attend bespoke Learning & Development courses and benefit from regular coaching and assessment.

To apply you must be working or caring for children, whether voluntary or paid. Having a Level 2 qualification in Early Years, Maths and English (grade C/4 or above) or functional skills level 2 is desirable.