Relief Nursery Practitioner
Busy Bees
* Location: Long Eaton, Derbyshire
* Salary: £12.30 per hour
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: Full-time
Role 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 suitable for anyone eager to learn and progress in the early years sector, with ongoing support and training provided.
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK\'s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and abroad. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. We ensure that every team member feels 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 Charitable 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
Busy Bees Long Eaton has a capacity of 113 children and is rated "Good" by Ofsted. The nursery provides an ideal environment for children to receive the best start in life. The facility features five bright, welcoming rooms with free-flow access to a garden area used year-round for outdoor exploration.
Conveniently located within easy driving distance from the M1, Busy Bees Long Eaton has links to Long Eaton train station (15-minute walk or 2-minute drive) and is near West Park. Free parking is available for staff.
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
* 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
* Staff pension through Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Role 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.
Required Qualifications / Ideal Candidate
* No formal qualifications required, though 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.
Get started in early years education with Busy Bees - apply now!
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