Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
About Us Welcome to Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group! With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and beyond, we are passionate about giving every child the best start in life. Our award-winning workplace culture ensures that every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees?
At Busy Bees, we provide a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. You’ll be introduced to our unique
Bee Curious curriculum
, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment
We proudly partner with BBC Children in Need, offering fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About Our Nursery
Located on Trinity Road, Busy Bees Ashford is rated Good by Ofsted and has a capacity of 86 children. Our passionate team is dedicated to providing every child with the best start in life through a diverse range of activities and experiences. We maintain strong links with various professionals to offer support and guidance to children and their families. Plus, our convenient location on a main road ensures easy access for families and staff alike, with free parking available. Busy Bees Benefits
Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Access to 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! 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 vast array of retail discounts to help your money go further. Our Wellbeing Hub features resources to support your physical and mental health, while our Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognize and reward our valued team members. Plus, check out our dedicated Grow with Us area for 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.