Overview
Join to apply for the Relief Nursery Practitioner role at Busy Bees Nurseries.
Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? This role is suitable for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector.
About Busy Bees
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, every team member is 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. You’ll be introduced to our 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 opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.
About Our Nursery
Join our dedicated team at Busy Bees in Chafford Hundred Drake Road, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 98 children. Our longstanding staff team is committed to providing quality care in a nurturing environment, situated in a quiet village that offers a peaceful atmosphere for children to thrive. We are easily accessible from the M25 and A13, with a bus service linking to Lakeside and Chafford Hundred station. We are just a five-minute drive from the C2C line into London and offer free parking for our team.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
* Support through Peppy for menopause
* Salary Finance for financial support
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Pension access through Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in preparing and delivering educational activities for children
* Support the team in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment
* Help children develop socially, emotionally, and physically through play-based learning
* Ensure the welfare and safety of all children
Ideal Candidate
* No formal qualifications required, although prior experience in early years settings is beneficial
* A passion for working with children and supporting their development
* Empathy and understanding – each child is unique
Get started in early years education with Busy Bees—apply now!
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