Overview
Join Busy Bees as an Early Years Teacher. You’ll play a key role in developing educational content, mentoring team members, and promoting excellence across our centres.
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 Day Nursery at Bristol Barrs Court, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 116 children aged 0.2 to 5.11 years and is part of the Busy Bees chain. Located at Stoneleigh Drive, Barrs Court, Oldland, South West BS30 7EJ, our nursery serves South Gloucestershire and nearby areas. We also offer complimentary lunches for our children.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Our “Hive” benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across 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
* Access to pension through Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
* Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices
In addition, you’ll have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub to support physical and mental health, plus a Celebrating You section and a Grow with Us area for development opportunities.
What To Expect As An Early Years Teacher
* Lead planning and delivery with your knowledge of the EYFS framework and age-appropriate activities in line with the early years curriculum
* Own observation, assessment and planning for your key children, providing developmentally challenging next steps
* Mentor and guide team members, contributing to curriculum development
* Take on the role of Key Person, maintaining relationships with families and supporting SEND/ASL needs
* Ensure a safe and inclusive environment that supports children’s emotional and social development
* Encourage and celebrate children’s development and achievements
Ideal Candidate
* Hold QTS, EYTS or EYPS qualification
* Extensive experience in an early years setting (ideally as a Nursery Teacher or Early Years Teacher)
* Leadership and mentoring skills
Lead our education team—apply now!
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