Qualified Relief Nursery Assistant

Busy Bees Nurseries; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a Qualified Relief Nursery Practitioner for their Lewisham nursery. This role provides a chance for personal growth and impactful work in children's lives, working on a zero-hour contract with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Birthday leave

Childcare discounts up to 50%

Health & Wellbeing support

NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Additional benefits through benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education.
• Ability to support children with SEND/ASL needs.
• Strong communication skills with parents and children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual needs of children are met.
• Take ownership of observations and planning.
• Create positive learning environments.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Observation

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Job description

Qualified Relief Nursery Assistant, London

Client:

Busy Bees Nurseries

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

Busy Bees is seeking a qualified Relief Nursery Practitioner to join our team in Lewisham. This role offers personal growth opportunities and the chance to make a difference in children's lives. The position is on a zero-hour contract, based on the nursery's needs and your availability, assisting in providing high-quality care and education to children.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Lewisham Day Nursery and Preschool, located at London SE13 7SX, holds an Ofsted rating of GOOD. The nursery is a Centre of Excellence with a dedicated staff team, situated a 7-minute walk from Lewisham Main train station and DLR.

Benefits

As a Qualified Relief Nursery Practitioner, you will receive a salary from £11.66 per hour, along with benefits such as:

• Birthday leave
• Childcare discounts up to 50%
• Health & Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Program, Peppy, and mental health resources
• NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution
• Enhanced family leave
• Additional benefits through our benefits platform, Smart Hive

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure each child's individual needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs when necessary.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS, providing developmentally appropriate next steps.
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements.
• Have fun and create a positive learning environment!

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees offers exciting opportunities for learning and growth, supported by industry-leading training and a supportive team. With over 40 years of success, we are committed to excellence in early childhood education.

Our Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values guide our work. We promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.