Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Birmingham is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant to support the delivery of quality education and care to children. You will take part in planning educational activities and fostering child development in a supportive environment. Candidates should have experience with children under 5 and possess strong empathy and communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and various benefits including holiday and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, or similar roles is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Track and report on children's progress.

Skills

Empathy and understanding

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. As a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering outstanding care and education to children at Busy Bees. Your expertise will play a key role in supporting the development of our Bee Curious curriculum, while guiding and mentoring unqualified team members. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early years education and are looking to take on greater responsibility in a thriving and supportive setting.

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 Birmingham QE is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 141, located in a two-storey building close to the Queen Elizabeth and Women’s Hospitals. The nursery has strong community ties, particularly with the QE hospital, where it participates in initiatives such as the Harvest Festival, creating Christmas cards for patients without families, and a Reverse Christmas Calendar for donating food, toiletries, and toys to those in need. With excellent transport links, including nearby Selly Oak and University Train stations, and various bus routes from the QE hospital, the nursery is easy to access. Staff enjoy benefits like free parking, complimentary lunches, and the option of a four-day working week, creating a supportive and flexible working environment.

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)

Plus, you’ll have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a range of retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support physical and mental health. There is also a Celebrating You section recognising and rewarding our valued team members, plus a Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training to help you thrive at Busy Bees.

What to Expect as a Relief Early Years Educator

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Take on the role of Key Person, fostering strong partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

Ideal Candidate

• Level 3 qualification in early years education.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Empathy and understanding – each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!