Overview
Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK. 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 ideal for someone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training in the early years sector.
About Us
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. Every team member is 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
Reigate, rated Good by Ofsted, is located in a charming listed building with a single-level design, a small garden, and a large car park. Capacity is 93 children. We collaborate with local schools, businesses, and charities to strengthen community connections. The nursery is within walking distance of Reigate Station with good transport links and staff parking. We provide a physical and sensory room for babies, an academy for preschoolers, and a variety of extracurricular activities to support a well-rounded, nurturing environment.
Busy Bees Benefits
 * Competitive salary
 * Ongoing professional development and career progression
 * Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across 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
 * Access to workplace pension through Cushon
 * Discounted Private Medical Insurance
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 play-based learning
 * Ensure the welfare and safety of all children is maintained
Ideal Candidate
 * No formal qualifications required, though prior experience in early years settings is beneficial
 * Passion for working with children and supporting their development
 * Empathy and understanding – each child is unique
Job Details
 * Seniority level: Not Applicable
 * Employment type: Full-time
 * Job function: Education
 * Industries: Education Administration Programs
Get started in early years education with Busy Bees—apply now!
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