Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
About Us
At Busy Bees, we pride ourselves on being the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and beyond. Our mission is simple: to give every child the best start in life. We’re not just about childcare; we’re about creating a nurturing environment where every team member feels valued and heard. Our award-winning workplace culture reflects our commitment to our staff and the children we serve.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We believe in empowering our team to create engaging, educational spaces where children can truly thrive. As part of our family, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to spark curiosity and build confidence in young learners.
Our Charitable Commitment
We’re proud to partner with BBC Children in Need, offering fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. Join us in making a difference!
About Our Nursery
Located within the grounds of Preston Hospital, our nursery is rated "Good" by Ofsted and has a capacity of 60 children. Our dedicated staff, with years of childcare experience, have created a clean, modern, and welcoming environment that feels like home. We’re easily accessible, just off the A6 and close to the M6 and M55 motorways. For those using public transport, Preston train station is under four miles away.
Busy Bees Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Access to our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide range of retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
* 25% 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
* Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, which offers a huge array of retail discounts to help your money go further. Our Wellbeing Hub features resources to support your physical and mental health, and our Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognize and reward our valued team members. Plus, our Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to help you thrive 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 and care needs while building strong family connections.
Required 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.