Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Childcare; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in England seeks an Early Years Assistant to support educational activities and engage with children. This role offers on-the-job training, a nurturing environment, and benefits like holidays and childcare discounts. Ideal candidates have empathy and a passion for working with children. Apply now to start your rewarding career in early childhood education.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is beneficial.
• A passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
• Every child is unique, needing empathy and understanding.

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

Empathy

Good communication

Team-working

Willingness to learn

Job description

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

Join our friendly team at Busy Bees in Chafford Hundred Howard Road, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 85 children. Our unique location beneath Bannatyne's gym provides a vibrant environment, and each room has its own garden directly accessible from the classrooms, promoting outdoor play and exploration. We are conveniently situated just a 10-minute walk from Chafford Hundred C2C station and a five-minute walk from the Number 33 bus stop, making us easily accessible. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, offering a supportive work environment in which to advance your career in early childhood education.

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 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 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.

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!