Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Milton Keynes is looking for an Early Years Assistant to support children's educational activities and ensure a stimulating environment. The role requires empathy and communication skills, with no formal qualifications required but experience preferred. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing quality care and education for children.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but experience in early years settings is beneficial.
• A passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Good communication

Team-working skills

Job description

Early Years Assistant

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – a leading nursery group in the UK. As an Early Years Assistant, you will play a vital role in creating a positive and engaging environment for children.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

• Supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces.
• Unique Bee Curious curriculum designed to foster curiosity and confidence.
• Charitable commitment through partnership with BBC Children in Need.
• Complementary lunch and well‑being platform with discounts across retailers.

About Our Nursery

Join our welcoming team at Busy Bees Milton Keynes Oldbrook, an Ofsted‑rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. Each age group has access to dedicated garden areas, ensuring plenty of outdoor play opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounted retailers.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• Birthday off, 25% childcare discount, enhanced family leave.
• Support through Salary Finance, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension via Cushon, PMI.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

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, understanding, and recognition that every child is unique.
• Good communication and team‑working skills.

Apply Now

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