Relief Nursery Assistant

Busy Bees Nurseries; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-regarded nursery organization in Basingstoke seeks a flexible Relief Nursery Practitioner to support children's development and well-being. The ideal candidate will engage with families, conduct assessments, and create a fun learning environment. Benefits include a competitive hourly rate, holiday entitlement, and health support programs. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Health & Wellbeing Apps

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursery or educational setting preferred.
• Understanding of EYFS framework.
• Passion for child development.

Responsibilities

• Meet individual children's needs, including supporting parents.
• Plan and assess developmentally challenging activities.
• Encourage and praise children's achievements.
• Create a fun and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Observation and assessment skills

Ability to support children with SEND/ASL

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Summary

Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues achieve just that!

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Basingstoke Chineham are proud to hold Ofsted rating GOOD. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new Flexible / Relief Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.

We offer free parking on site, there are good transport links. opportunities for further training and a comprehensive induction.

About our Benefits

As a Relief Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary starting from £11.44 per hour, plus you will also be entitled to :

• 28 days holiday per year (inc bank holidays) - because we all need time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
• Enhanced family leave.

And so much more such as wellbeing benefits, Cycle to work – get to work, get fit, go green and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive – our amazing benefits platform which you can explore and find discounts for some of your favourite places!

What to expect as a Relief Nursery Practitioner

• Ensure every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND / ASL needs.
• Take ownership of the observation, assessments and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps.
• Ensure we encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• And most of all…have FUN!

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Nursery Practitioners and Educators in the industry, along with best-in-sector training and support in child development. Here are just a few reasons why a career at Busy Bees is just that little bit more extraordinary, which is reflected in our 40 years of success.