Busy Bees

Busy Bees Nurseries; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts and wellbeing platform

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Salary Finance support

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Pension access

Private Medical Insurance discount

Job summary

Busy Bees Gravesend is seeking an Early Years Educator to join our leading UK nursery group. You will play a central role in shaping children’s intellectual, social and emotional development, delivering engaging activities and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.

As a Level 3 qualified setting there are strong development opportunities through our Bee Curious curriculum, awards for workplace culture, and extensive staff benefits including childcare discounts and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5 is desirable.
• Empathy and understanding that each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Take on the role of Key Person, fostering partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Empathy

Experience with under-5s

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities.,

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments., Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant, you'll be at the forefront of delivering outstanding c…

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Empathy and understanding - each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK, 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 are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team 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. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique 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 fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery Gravesend, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 132 children, designed on a single level with all rooms having direct access to a spacious garden.

We work closely with local schools and agencies to enhance our community connections and support children's development. Conveniently located near Gravesend town center, we benefit from good transport links, making it easy for families to reach us.

Our nursery offers free parking for staff, all within a nurturing environment supported by our longstanding staff team.

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!
• 25% 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)