Relief Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Compton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) to join their team. This role is perfect for those passionate about working with children and eager to start their career in early childhood education. Responsibilities include preparing educational activities, ensuring a nurturing environment, and supporting children’s emotional and physical development. No formal qualifications are required, but prior experience is beneficial. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for working with children

Empathy and understanding

Job description

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK! Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. 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 member of our team 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. As part of our team, 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 fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Join the dedicated team at Busy Bees Ashbourne, an Ofsted‑rated Good nursery with a capacity of 81, catering to children aged 12 weeks to 5 years. Our caring and highly skilled childcare professionals provide tailored, age‑appropriate activities and experiences across individual rooms designed specifically for each developmental stage. Located in a charming converted church on Derby Road, our nursery is easily accessible with excellent transport links to Derby, Uttoxeter, and the A515 and A52. As a valued member of our team, you will help create a nurturing environment where children can thrive and explore. Enjoy the convenience of free parking while working in a supportive atmosphere focused on fostering children's growth and learning. We would love to welcome you to our vibrant community at Busy Bees Ashbourne!

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 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)
• 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 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.

Role 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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!