Early Years Teacher

Busy Bees In Portishead; Worcester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nursery group in the UK as an Early Years Teacher, where you will develop educational content and mentor staff in a supportive environment. With a commitment to high-quality early years education, Busy Bees offers a unique curriculum and extensive benefits to create engaging learning spaces for children while fostering your professional growth. This position includes a competitive salary, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a range of staff benefits including childcare discounts and wellness support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Ongoing professional development

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in early years settings as a Nursery or Early Years Teacher.
• Leadership and mentoring skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities.
• Observe, assess, and plan for key children.
• Mentor and guide team members.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Observation

Education

QTS, EYTS, or EYPS qualification

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 internationally. 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 team member 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. 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 opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Warndon is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 104, located in a residential area. Our longstanding staff team delivers exceptional care and education. We have strong links with local schools and professionals to support children’s individual needs. Conveniently situated near junction 6 of the M5 motorway, the nursery offers easy access to surrounding areas.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across 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 and experience different cultures and practices

Enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts, and a Wellbeing Hub with health resources. Our Celebrating You section recognizes team members, and our Grow with Us area shares development opportunities and training to help you thrive.

What to Expect as an Early Years Teacher

• Lead planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities in line with the early years curriculum.
• Observe, assess, and plan for your key children, providing developmentally challenging next steps.
• Mentor and guide team members, contributing to curriculum development.
• Take on the role of Key Person, maintaining relationships with families and supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment supporting children’s emotional and social development.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.

Ideal Candidate

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

Lead our education team—apply now!