Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with a

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

Enhanced family leave and return to/po

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Pension access

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Zusammenfassung

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant to support the Bee Curious curriculum and mentor unqualified team members in a thriving setting.

You will plan and deliver age-appropriate activities, create a safe learning environment, and build strong relationships with children and families while continuing to grow within a supportive, award-winning nursery group.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold Level 3 qualification in early years education.
• Experience working with children under 5 is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are required.

Aufgaben

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

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Communication

Organisational skills

Experience with under 5s

Ausbildung

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Jobbeschreibung

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 Selly Oak is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 96, known for its friendly and welcoming team. We are dedicated to ensuring that all children thrive in our care, building strong relationships with local schools and maintaining links with local SEND agencies to support every child's development. Conveniently located a short distance from Selly Oak train station and accessible by various local bus routes, the nursery also offers free parking and flexible working hours, making it an ideal choice for staff looking for a supportive and accommodating work 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)

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.

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 anEarly Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.