Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Owthorpe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

EAP & MHFA

Cycle to Work

Pension Cushon

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nottingham Edwalton is a leading UK nursery group dedicated to delivering excellent care and education through the Bee Curious curriculum. We welcome Level 3 Early Years Assistants who will contribute to a nurturing, eco-conscious setting and support colleagues in delivering high-quality care.

Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional development and involvement in community initiatives, including partnerships with BBC Children in Need.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Organisational skills

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

Busy Bees Nottingham Edwalton is rated "Good" by Ofsted and has a capacity of 88 children. Our warm and friendly daycare nursery features dedicated rooms for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, providing a stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop at their own pace. Conveniently situated about five miles south of central Nottingham, the nursery is easily accessible for parents traveling from Ruddington, Tollerton, Plumtree, and Bradmore. The newly built facility is located within the retail park on Landmere Lane, just off Wheatcroft Island on the A52 at Edwalton, near Notcutts Garden Centre. In addition to providing excellent care, our Busy Bees nursery in Edwalton is designed with the planet in mind, showcasing several environmental features. At the entrance, you'll find a large internal living wall, allowing our children to participate in its care while learning about the environment. Our preschool room includes internal living plant frames, and the nursery is equipped with LED lighting, bike storage, and an EV charging point, making it a truly eco-friendly childcare setting. 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.