Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Hyde; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts and wellbeing hub

27–28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Pension access (Cushon)

Employee support programs

Job summary

Busy Bees; a leading UK nursery group, is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant to support the Bee Curious curriculum and mentor unqualified colleagues. You will deliver engaging activities, foster a safe learning environment, and take on Key Person responsibilities to build strong family partnerships.

Join Busy Bees Manchester Hyde, a 90-child nursery rated Good by Ofsted, with strong community ties and extensive spaces for exploration.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in early years education.
• Experience with children under 5.
• Empathy and strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 partnerships with children and families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

Skills

Mentoring

Activity planning

Observation

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 Manchester Hyde has a capacity of 90 children and is rated "Good" by Ofsted. Our nursery features age‑specific rooms and extensive outdoor space for exploration, emphasizing learning through play. We’re passionate about helping your child flourish! From interactive play to educational exploration, we create an atmosphere where curiosity is sparked, and learning is fun. Located conveniently on Mottram Road in Hyde, our centre is just a 5‑minute drive from the M67 at Junction 3, making it an ideal choice for commuting. For those who prefer public transportation, Godley Train Station is only an 8‑minute walk away. Additionally, there’s a bus stop right outside the nursery on St Paul’s Hills Road, serving various routes (127, 201, 846, and 871). Free parking is available for staff.

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.