Part Time Regional Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare provider is seeking a Regional Nursery Practitioner in Brighton to support learning across 7 centres. The role offers 24 to 30 flexible hours per week, ideal for experienced practitioners or those looking to grow in early childhood education. No qualifications necessary; a valid UK driving licence and vehicle access are required. Enjoy competitive hourly rates, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Available to work between 24 - 30 hours across 3 days.
• Genuine desire to support children's development.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote inclusivity and diversity in care for children.

Skills

Experience working with children under 5

Good communication skills

Team-working skills

Empathy and understanding

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

Regional/Area Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees is seeking a Regional Nursery Practitioner to provide support across 7 of our beautiful centres in the Essex area. With 24 to 30 hours per week across 3 days, this flexible role is ideal for experienced practitioners, students with regular availability, or anyone looking to add consistent hours to their week. You don't need to be qualified to apply – we welcome applicants with no qualifications, as well as those with a Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare. The role does require you to have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle as you will be providing support across our Essex area consisting of 7 centres, with travel expenses paid. Competitive hourly rates range from £12.30 to £13.27, depending on your qualifications, and travel costs are fully reimbursed. You’ll gain valuable experience across a variety of settings while being part of a friendly and supportive team.

Benefits

• 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!
• 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)
• But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering a huge array 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 a Part Time Nursery Practitioner

• 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.

What We're Looking For

• Available to work between 24 - 30 hours across 3 days.
• Ideally you will have proven experience in working with children under 5 and have a genuine desire to give them the best start in life.
• Empathy and understanding – every child is unique.
• Good communication and team‑working skills.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children—ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse—and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!