As an Early Years Educator at Busy Bees, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children in a supportive and engaging nursery environment.
Busy Bees Oxford Ardington is rated Good by Ofsted and accommodates 102 children in a beautiful woodland location with excellent transport links and local walks. The nursery prioritises staff wellbeing and offers free parking, hot lunches, and regular visits to nearby parks and facilities.
Responsibilities
* Create a safe, stimulating environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
* Lead educational activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* Key person role: Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections.
Qualifications
* Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
* Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
* Good communication and excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
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)
* Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
* 50% 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)
* Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.
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