Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Nurseries; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Financial support through Salary Finance

Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

EAP & MH First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Pension Cushon

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Plymouth is seeking an Unqualified Nursery Practitioner to create an engaging environment for children. This role offers on-the-job training and support from experienced team members. The ideal candidate should have a passion for working with children and good communication skills. Responsibilities include delivering educational activities, maintaining a safe learning environment, and promoting inclusivity. The role comes with competitive benefits, including up to 28 days holiday, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children.
• 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.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Good communication skills

Team-working skills

Empathy and understanding

Job description

Join to apply for the Unqualified Nursery Practitioner role at Busy Bees Nurseries.

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 country 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

Plymouth, rated Good by Ofsted, operates in a purpose‑built facility with a capacity of 83 children and features large outdoor spaces and an onsite chef. Conveniently located near Derriford Hospital, we benefit from excellent bus links to the city and surrounding areas. Our nursery offers funded places from 9 months and implements a bespoke curriculum called "Bee Curious," fostering a creative and engaging learning 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)

But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge arrays of retail discounts to help you stretch your money further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares the exciting development opportunities and 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!