Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

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

Job summary

Join a leading nursery group as an Early Years Assistant, fostering a positive environment for children's growth. Enjoy on-the-job training, a supportive team, and numerous benefits including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

25% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Your birthday off

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Communication

Team-working

Empathy

Education

Experience in early years settings

Job description

Role Overview:

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
Busy Bees Salisbury, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, accommodates 93 children and features a longstanding staff team dedicated to achieving outstanding outcomes for every child. Our nursery has a great local reputation supported by positive word of mouth and has recently been refurbished to enhance the learning environment. Conveniently located on the A30 into Salisbury, we are situated next door to Parkwood Gym, making us easily accessible for families. We also offer free parking for staff, ensuring a welcoming and convenient experience for everyone.

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 a huge array 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 showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Role 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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!