Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Huntingdon is looking for an Early Years Assistant to support the development of children in a nurturing environment. This role offers on-the-job training, a focus on inclusivity, and career progression opportunities. Ideal candidates should be passionate about childcare and possess good communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and unique wellbeing support options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

25% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children.
• No formal qualifications required; experience in early years settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-working skills

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As an Early Years Assistant at Busy Bees, you'll play a vital role in creating a positive and engaging environment for children. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your journey in the early years sector, where you will receive on-the-job training and support from experienced team members, helping you to grow and develop your skills in a nurturing and dynamic environment.

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 friendly team at Busy Bees in Huntingdon, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. We are passionate about providing children with the best start in life and feature five spacious rooms, including a unique sensory room that sets us apart in the area. Our nursery regularly hosts engaging visits from local police, professional photographers, and ZooLab, enriching the children's learning experiences. Conveniently located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, we are close to the town center and train station for easy access. We offer free parking for our staff, a day off for birthdays, and opportunities for career progression and qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant 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!
• 25% childcare discount
• 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)
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array of retail discounts to help your money go further
• 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
• Dedicated Grow with Us area sharing training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development
• Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment
• Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children
• Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences

Ideal Candidate

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is beneficial
• A passion for working with children and a willingness to learn
• Empathy and understanding - every child is unique
• Good communication and team-working skills

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today – apply now!