Relief Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Elmbridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) to support children's growth and development through engaging educational activities. This role requires a passion for working with children and an understanding of their unique needs, offering an opportunity for career progression in early childhood education. The position comes with competitive salary and benefits, along with training support to further your career.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development and career progression

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

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.

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.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Empathy and understanding

Job description

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

Busy Bees Leeds Pudsey Lowtown, rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 65 children. Our spacious nursery is situated in a charming building and offers childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Each age group has its own dedicated room, equipped with a wide range of age-appropriate toys, activities, and furniture. This setup allows your child to learn about the world around them while building confidence alongside peers at similar developmental stages. Our outdoor space provides a safe environment where children can play, get active, and learn about taking safe risks under supervision. Located in the heart of Pudsey, we\'re just a short walk from the town center on Lowtown. Our nursery is also conveniently positioned, with only a 20-minute drive from Bradford and a 15-minute drive from Leeds. For those using public transport, the area is well-served by bus routes, with nearby stops just a stone\'s throw away. The Intake Road bus stop is served by buses 4, 4F, 9, 9A, 14, 81, and X11, while the Lowtown bus stop is also accessible via routes 4, 4F, 9, 9A, and X11. Free parking is available for your convenience.

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)


• 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)

Additional Benefits Platform

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.

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!