Early Years Assistant - Training & Growth Path

Busy Bees Nurseries; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

28 days holiday incl BH

Birthday day off

25% childcare discount

Enh. family leave

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is hiring an Early Years Assistant to help create a positive, engaging environment for children. You’ll receive on-the-job training and support from experienced team members as you grow in the early years sector.

The Busy Bees group is the UK's leading nursery network, offering a Bee Curious curriculum and strong focus on staff development and community involvement through charitable partnerships. This role emphasizes learning, care, and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is beneficial.
• Passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
• Empathy and understanding – every child is unique.
• Good communication and team-working skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children.
• Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Passion for children

Empathy

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is hiring an Early Years Assistant to help create a positive, engaging environment for children. You’ll receive on-the-job training and support from experienced team members as you grow in the early years sector.

The Busy Bees group is the UK's leading nursery network, offering a Bee Curious curriculum and strong focus on staff development and community involvement through charitable partnerships. This role emphasizes learning, care, and collaborative teamwork.