Early Years Assistant (Unqualified)
Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? This role provides valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. You will receive ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
* 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)
You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering a wide range of retail discounts to help your money go further. The Wellbeing Hub features resources to support your physical and mental health. The Celebrating You section showcases how we recognise and reward our valued team members, and the dedicated Grow with Us area shares development opportunities and training designed to support your growth at Busy Bees.
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 engaging play‑based learning.
* Ensure the welfare and safety of all children is maintained.
Our hourly rates of pay differ for people under 21 but they are above national minimum wage levels. For employees aged 21 and above, our hourly rate of pay is £12.75.
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.
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