Role Overview:
Join Our Team at Busy Bees –Leading Nursery Group in the UK
As anEarly Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering theintellectual, social, and emotional development of children at BusyBees. Join a company that values high-quality education andprovides ample growth opportunities.
About UsBusy Bees is the UK'sleading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK andmore overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the beststart in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplaceculture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our teamfeels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees?We offera supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging,educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team,you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designedto foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
Our CharitableCommitmentThrough our partnership with BBCChildren in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for communityinvolvement and fundraising to support children'slives.
About ourNurseryBusy Bees Derby Oakwood,rated "Good" by Ofsted, provides a nurturing environment where yourlittle one can thrive with a capacity of 110 children. Our nurseryfeatures a fantastic range of fun-filled activities and engagingresources that ensure children come on leaps and bounds duringtheir time with us.At Busy Bees, we recognize the importance ofoutdoor play. That's why our large, refurbished garden is dividedinto three areas catering to different age groups, allowingchildren to explore their imagination and take safe risks underadult supervision while enjoying the fresh air.Conveniently locatedon Smalley Drive in Oakwood, our nursery is just a 13-minute drivefrom Derby City Centre. For public transport users, there's a busstop nearby on Hallgate Close serving bus route 26, and anotherjust a 5-minute walk away on Smalley Drive end, serving bus route32. Free parking is available for staff.The fun doesn't stop there!Every Tuesday, 'Super Star Sports' visits for toddlers andpreschoolers, offering engaging football sessions that keep yourlittle one active andentertained.
BusyBees Benefits
- Competitivesalary- Ongoing professional development andcareer progression- Our 'Hive' benefits andwellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
- Up to 28 days holiday per year (includingbank holidays)- Your birthday off – it's ourgift to you!- 50% childcare discount
- Enhanced family leave and return to workbonus- Menopause support through Peppy
- Financial support through Salary Finance
- Employee Assistance Programme and MentalHealth First Aiders- Cycle to Work scheme
- Easy access to your workplace pension throughCushon- Discounted Private Medical Insurance(PMI)- Opportunities to travel to othercountries, experience different cultures and learn newpractices.
But wait, there's more!You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits andWellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge ofretail discounts helping your money to go further, along with aWellbeing Hub featuring resources to supportyour physical and mental health. A CelebratingYou section showcasing the ways we recognise and rewardour valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Usarea sharing the exciting development opportunities andtraining designed to support you to thrive and grow at BusyBees.
Role Responsibilities:
What to Expect as a NurseryPractitioner:
- Create aSafe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange roomsto encourage children's growth andlearning.- Lead Educational Activities: Plan anddeliver activities that support children's physical, emotional,intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early YearsFoundation Stage (EYFS).- Key Person Role:Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong familyconnections.
Required Qualifications:
What We're Looking For
- Level 3 (or above) qualification in EarlyYears Education.- Proven experience in workingwith children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhoodeducation- Skills: Good communication capableor, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to applyknowledge of child development to plan and deliveractivities.
At Busy Bees, we'recommitted to care, quality, value, and service. If you haveprevious experience working with children, ideally as an EarlyYears Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or NurseryNurse and you're ready to make a meaningful impact in earlychildhood education we encourage you to apply!