Early Years Teacher

Busy Bees Nurseries; Harrow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Wellbeing platform

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking an Early Years Teacher to join our leading UK group. You will plan and deliver EYFS activities, observe and assess progress, and support key children while mentoring team members.

You will hold QTS or equivalent, bring extensive early years experience, and lead curriculum development. The role focuses on inclusive practice, safeguarding, and building strong partnerships with families.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS, EYTS or EYPS qualification.
• Extensive experience in an early years setting.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery with strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and age-appropriate activities.
• Observe, assess, and plan for key children and provide developmentally appropriate next steps.
• Mentor and guide team members, contributing to curriculum development.
• Take on Key Person responsibilities and support families with SEND/ASL needs.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive environment that supports emotional and social development.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

QTS / EYTS / EYPS

Experience in an early years setting

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As an Early Years Teacher, you’ll play a key role in developing educational content, mentoring team members, and promoting excellence across our centres.

About Us

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

Montessori by Busy Bees London Harrow Marlborough Hill, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 96 children and is dedicated to providing education that fosters success in all aspects of life. Our nursery seamlessly combines the Early Years Foundation Stage with the Montessori Curriculum, offering a holistic approach to early childhood education. Conveniently located in North Harrow, we are less than a two-minute walk from Harrow and Wealdstone tube and train station, ensuring easy access for families. We also provide complimentary lunches for our children, enhancing their overall experience in our nurturing environment.

Busy Bees Benefits

• 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!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through PeppyFinancial 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.

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.

What To Expect As An Early Years Teacher

• Lead the planning and delivery with your expert knowledge of the EYFS framework.of age-appropriate activities in line with the early years curriculum.
• Take ownership of the observation, assessments and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps.
• Mentor and guide team members, contributing to curriculum development.
• Take on the role of Key Person, maintaining b relationships with familie and support parents with any SEND/ASL needs.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment that supports children’s emotional and social development.
• Ensure we encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.

Ideal Candidate

• Hold QTS, EYTS or EYPS qualification.
• Extensive experience in an early years setting (ideally as a Nursery Teacher or Early Years Teacher).
• Leadership and mentoring skills.