Apprentice Educator

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the country. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and pride ourselves on a supportive workplace culture.

Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere, rated Good by Ofsted, offers a purpose‑built nursery that accommodates up to 110 children. Parents are actively involved and the environment is enriched by local artists, free parking for staff and easy transport access.

• Involve in planning stimulating activities for children in line with the EYFS.
• Assist in delivering high‑quality childcare, maintaining a professional and positive outcome.
• Build effective relationships with children, parents and team members.
• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met.
• Contribute to safeguarding all children.
• 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 and commit to continued professional development.
• Communicate progress and activities to the line manager.

Applicants must be working or caring for children, voluntary or paid. A Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English with a grade C/4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a large range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Birthday off
• 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
• Workplace pension through Cushon
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) discounts

Ready to embark on your early years career? Apply now and join our extraordinary team!