Relief Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees In Portishead; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their supportive team as Early Years Assistants. This role offers the chance to work in a nurturing environment where you will help children grow and thrive through engaging play-based learning. With a commitment to professional development, you will receive ongoing training and support to enhance your skills. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances and wellness support. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Discounts across retailers

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Financial support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but prior experience is beneficial.
• A passion for supporting children's development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and delivering educational activities for children.
• Support the team in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Experience in early years settings

Job description

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 our dedicated team at Busy Bees Nottingham City Hospital, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 96 children. Our bright and welcoming day nursery provides exceptional childcare for children from babies to preschool age, creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.Each room in our nursery features free flow access to spacious individual garden areas, including a beautiful nature garden where children can engage in growing their own fruit and vegetables while exploring mini-beasts and other wildlife. This hands-on learning experience fosters a love for nature and outdoor play.Conveniently located just off Valley Road, our nursery is a short drive from Nottingham city centre and offers excellent links to Nottingham City train station. With free parking available, we ensure easy access for parents and staff alike. If you are passionate about providing high-quality early years education and want to be part of a supportive team, we would love to welcome you to Busy Bees Nottingham City Hospital!

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)

But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge 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!