Relief Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Evesham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Evesham is seeking an Early Years Assistant to support children's growth and development in a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for those with a passion for working with children, offering a supportive workplace with opportunities for professional development. Competitive salary and various benefits are included. Apply now to make a difference in early childhood education.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, 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 Evesham is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 110, featuring a purpose-built center with free-flow access to the gardens from all rooms. Our longstanding staff team is deeply passionate about providing exceptional childcare, and we maintain close ties with local schools to support smooth transitions for the children. The nursery is actively involved in the community, including a yearly foodbank collection for a local charity. Conveniently located near the A46, with easy access to Bidford, Pershore, and Stratford-Upon-Avon, we also offer excellent parking facilities for both staff and parents. Flexible working contracts are available.

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)
• Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub
• A Celebrating You section recognising and rewarding team members
• Grow with Us area with development opportunities and training

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!