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.
About the role
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.
Qualifications
* 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.
About Busy Bees
Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the country. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and pride ourselves on a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
Our Maidstone Hospital nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose‑built facility with a capacity of 112 children. It features a single‑level layout, eight base rooms, onsite parking, separate garden areas, and separate rooms for each age group to promote outdoor play and learning. Two chefs on site provide nutritious meals at NHS fee rates, and each self‑contained room is equipped with toileting areas and milk kitchens.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across a wide range of retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Birthday off
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
* Menopause support through Peppy
* Salary finance and employee assistance programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Workplace pension access through Cushon
* Discounted private medical insurance (PMI)
* Access to the Hive Wellbeing platform, offering resources for physical and mental health
* Recognition programmes celebrating team members
Pay
Hourly pay varies for employees under 21 but exceeds the national minimum wage. For employees aged 21 and above, the hourly rate is £12.75.
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