Relief Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Nurseries; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted private medical insurance

Job summary

A leading UK nursery group is looking for a Relief Nursery Practitioner in Birmingham. You will assist in educational activities, support children’s development, and maintain a nurturing environment. No formal qualifications are needed, but passion and understanding of children are essential. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including professional development opportunities. Get started in early years education and apply now!

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, prior experience in early years beneficial.
• Empathy and understanding of children's uniqueness are essential.
• Passion for supporting child development is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and delivering educational activities.
• Support maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
• Help children develop socially and emotionally through play.
• Ensure children's welfare and safety.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Empathy

Support developmental needs

Job description

Relief Nursery Practitioner – Busy Bees Nurseries

Join the Busy Bees family as a Relief Nursery Practitioner (Early Years Assistant, Unqualified). You’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the country and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture.

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 provide fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Birmingham Kingsheath is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 78, supported by a longstanding and passionate team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has exemplary relationships with feeder schools, ensuring smooth transitions for the children. Conveniently located near transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Shirley, and Kings Norton, it is also just a 10‑minute walk from Kings Heath High Street and 20 minutes from Birmingham City Centre via public transport.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• The ‘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 – a 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)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and delivering educational activities for children.
• Support the team in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
• Help children develop socially, emotionally, and physically through engaging play‑based learning.
• Ensure the welfare and safety of all children is maintained.

Ideal Candidate

• No formal qualifications required, although prior experience in early years settings is beneficial.
• A passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• Empathy and understanding – each child is unique.

Get started in early years education with Busy Bees—apply now!