Overview
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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 have won awards for our workplace culture. 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. You’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
Our Charity 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 Busy Bees team in Thetford, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 72 children. We provide a nurturing environment with a spacious outdoor area and a Nature Garden. Convenient transport links and local amenities, staff benefits include free lunch and parking, and a generous lunch break. Flexible working patterns are welcome to accommodate your needs.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with retailer discounts
* 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
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children.
* Support the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
* Ensure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management.
* Assist in meal preparation and cleaning/maintenance of kitchen equipment.
Ideal Candidate
* Experience in leadership within early years settings is ideal.
* Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Education
* Industries: Education Administration Programs
Location: Thetford, England, United Kingdom
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