Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Norwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Hive benefits and wellbeing hub

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Family leave and return to work bonus

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension via Cushon

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Norwich is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant to support the Bee Curious curriculum and mentor junior staff. You will help plan activities, ensure a safe, engaging environment, and act as Key Person to families, guiding children’s development.

The role emphasizes hands-on early years education, teamwork, and career development within a thriving Busy Bees setting in Norwich Meridian.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Mentoring unqualified team members

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years education

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

Join our dedicated team at Busy Bees in Norwich Meridian, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 112 children. Our longstanding management team oversees six spacious rooms, each with its own garden, providing children with a nurturing environment for exploration and play. We utilize iConnect to enhance learning experiences and maintain strong links with a local care home, fostering community connections. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Norwich, we are just a short walk of less than five minutes to the nearest bus stop, with shops, restaurants, and cafes nearby. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, making this an excellent opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant community.

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.

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—