Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

Family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Pension

Job summary

Busy Bees Birmingham Longbridge is seeking a Relief Early Years Educator to support delivery of the Bee Curious curriculum and mentor unqualified team members. You will plan activities, nurture and observe children, and build strong partnerships with families in a thriving Busy Bees setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Level 3 EY qualification, have experience with under-5s, and demonstrate empathy, communication, and organisational skills to thrive in a busy nursery with a supportive, caring team.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 qualification in early years education.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Demonstrates empathy and understanding of individual needs.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities for children.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Take on the Key Person role and work closely with families.
• Track and report children's progress through observations.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organisation

Planning activities

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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 Longbridge is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 64, supported by a longstanding team of 20 dedicated staff members who are passionate about giving children the best start in life. Conveniently situated next to the train station and bus routes, and close to a local shopping centre, the nursery offers free parking and complimentary lunches for staff. This makes it an ideal place to work for those looking to be part of a nurturing, passionate team in a well-connected location.

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 an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.