Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) – Busy Bees Nursery (Huntingdon)
Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector.
Location & Nursery
Our Huntingdon nursery is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity for 100 children. The nursery features five spacious rooms, including a unique sensory room, and hosts engaging visits from local police, professional photographers, and ZooLab. It is conveniently located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, close to the town centre and train station, with free parking for staff.
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.
Ideal Candidate
* No formal qualifications required; 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.
Compensation
Hourly rate: £12.75 for employees aged 21 and above. Pay for employees under 21 is above the national minimum wage.
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)
We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. Join our team and start your early years career with us.
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