Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
Are you passionate about nurturing young minds?
As an Early Years Educator at Busy Bees, you will play a pivotal role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. Join a company that values high-quality education and offers abundant growth opportunities! About Us
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and beyond. 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 team member 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 provide fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About Our Nursery
Busy Bees Winchester Sutton Scotney, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, is a charming converted chapel nursery with a capacity of 69 children. Conveniently located just a 10-minute drive from both Andover and Winchester, our longstanding staff team brings a diverse range of skills and passions, creating a rich and supportive learning environment. As a local village nursery, we maintain strong connections with local businesses and frequently take walks around the picturesque area to enhance our children's experiences. Sutton Scotney is easily accessible from the A34, A303, and surrounding local villages, ensuring that families can conveniently reach us. Busy Bees Benefits
Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Access to our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide 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) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures, and learn new practices But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our
Benefits and Wellbeing
platform, Hive, offering a huge array of retail discounts to help your money go further. Plus, our
Wellbeing Hub
features resources to support your physical and mental health. We also have a
Celebrating You
section showcasing the ways we recognize and reward our valued team members, along with a dedicated
Grow with Us
area sharing exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities
What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment:
Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning. Lead Educational Activities:
Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Person Role:
Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications
What We’re Looking For: Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education. Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education. Skills: Excellent communication, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities. At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse, and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!