Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today!
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Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices.
Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.
Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship?
As An Apprentice, You Will
- Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals
- Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification
- Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses
- Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance
- Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare
Our apprentices are valued members of the team — you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one!
Why Busy Bees?
At Busy Bees, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We’ve also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we’re committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to.
You’ll Also Experience
- Our award‑winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child.
- A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported
- Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need
About Our Nursery
Join our committed team at Busy Bees in Telford Priorslee, an Ofsted-rated Good facility with a capacity of 108 children. Our longstanding staff is passionate and dedicated to providing every child with the best start in life. The nursery is conveniently located with easy access to transportation, making it a breeze to reach local schools, community health teams, and groups, including close collaboration with the Co-operative. We are within walking distance of the town center and near the M54, with excellent links via train and buses. Staff enjoy free parking, a supportive team environment, and the option for a flexible four-day working week. We also offer competitive salaries, clear progression routes, and ample opportunities for professional development, making it a fantastic place to advance your career in early childhood education.
Busy Bees Benefits
We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing training and career progression
- Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers
- Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off — our gift to you!
- 50% childcare discount
- Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus
- Menopause support through Peppy
- Financial guidance through Salary Finance
- Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Workplace pension with Cushon
- Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Your Responsibilities And Expectations
As an apprentice, you will:
- Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework
- Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children
- Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues