Job Description
Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
As an Early Years Assistant at Busy Bees, you’ll play a vital role in creating a positive and engaging environment for children. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your journey in the early years sector, where you will receive on-the-job training and support from experienced team members, helping you to grow and develop your skills in a nurturing and dynamic environment.
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
Busy Bees West Hampstead Fortune Green, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 40 children and features multiple spacious rooms, each dedicated to a specific age group. This design allows children to develop at their own pace alongside peers at a similar stage, fostering friendships throughout their nursery experience. Conveniently located just a 5-minute bus ride or a 15-minute walk from West Hampstead station (Jubilee, Overground, Thameslink) and right next to Fortune Green Park, our nursery offers easy access for families. We provide complimentary lunches for our children, and our bright, airy rooms are filled with endless opportunities for exploration based on individual interests, blending a Montessori approach with a variety of educational toys, role play equipment, and activity corners. Whether your child enjoys reading, engaging in sensory play, or learning about animals, there is always something to keep them busy and engaged.
Busy Bees Benefits
1. Competitive salary
2. Ongoing professional development and career progression
3. Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
4. Up to 28 days holiday per year (including