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Busy Bees – Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) | Maryhill, Glasgow
Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education?
As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector.
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and internationally. 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.
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Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we provide fantastic community involvement opportunities and fundraising support to improve the lives of children.
About Our Nursery
The Glasgow Kelvin Centre is a bright, warm, and welcoming nursery located within the West of Scotland Science Park, in Maryhill. Key features:
- 4 large, bright, stimulating playrooms for children
- 3 with direct access to outdoor spaces
- Access to large open countryside, easily accessible from the Centre
- Just 10 minutes from Glasgow City Centre
- Free onsite parking available
Busy Bees Benefits
- Competitive salary
- £12.75 per hour for employees aged 21+
- Rates for employees under 21 are above national minimum wage levels
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub – including:
- Discounted retail offers through the Hive platform
- Wellbeing Hub featuring physical and mental health resources
- Celebrating You awards celebrating achievement and recognition
- Grow with Us area with career development and training opportunities
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- "Your birthday off" as our gift to you
- Enhanced family leave with a return-to-work bonus
- Menopause support via Peppy
- Financial assistance through Salary Finance
- Employee Assistance Programme with dedicated Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Workplace pension via Cushon with automatic enrolment
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and delivering educational activities for children
- Support the team in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment
- Encourage social, emotional, and physical developmental growth through play-based learning
- Ensure the wellbeing and safety of all children in our care
Ideal Candidate
✔ No formal qualifications required, but prior experience in early years care is advantageous ✔ A passion for working with children and seeing them thrive ✔ Empathy and understanding—every child develops uniquely
Apply now and start your career in early years education with Busy Bees!
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