Overview
Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. 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 aim to create a workplace where every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
About Our Nursery
Busy Bees Oxford Ardington, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 102 children in a woodland setting with excellent transport links and access to local walks and cafés. We prioritise staff wellbeing with a comprehensive package that includes hot lunches. We organise trips to enrich learning experiences and provide free staff parking.
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. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from our Bee Curious approach and opportunities for professional growth.
Our Charitable Commitment
Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.
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
* 25% childcare discount
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
* Peppy menopause support
* Salary Finance financial support
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Pension access through Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Additional access to Hive—our Benefits and Wellbeing platform—with retail discounts and wellbeing resources to support physical and mental health, plus development opportunities to grow at Busy Bees.
Role Responsibilities
What to Expect as a SEN Nursery Practitioner:
* Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children’s growth and learning.
* Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections.
Qualifications
To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.
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