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Relief Nursery Practitioner
Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) – Busy Bees Nursery Group
About the Role
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 ideal for those eager to learn and develop professionally, 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 overseas. We are committed to giving every child the best possible start in life. Known for our exceptional workplace culture, we ensure every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We foster an engaging, supportive environment, empowering you to help children thrive through our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
At Busy Bees, we also have a strong charitable commitment, partnering with BBC Children in Need to support fantastic community involvement and fundraising initiatives for children’s lives.
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About Our Nursery – Busy Bees Pershore (Birlingham)
- Location: Situated in a charming three-story building just outside the village of Pershore
- Capacity: 62 children across two floors
- Ofsted Rating: Outstanding
- Team Size: 22 staff, including part-time and relief roles
- Facilities:
- Dedicated outdoor space with separate play areas for each age group
- No direct community links (given rural location)
- School teachers visit to support children starting school
- Staff Perks:
- Free lunch
- Free parking
- Flexible contracts with various working hours/days
- Accessibility: Close to Evesham, Tewkesbury, and Worcester (no direct bus routes)
Busy Bees Benefits
A competitive package to support both your professional and personal growth:
- Salary:
- +£12.75/hour (for those aged 21+)
- Above national minimum wage for employees under 21
- Development:
- Ongoing professional development
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Wellbeing Support:
- Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub: Discounts across major retailers
- Peppy Menopause Support Programme
- Salary Finance assistance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Holidays & Benefits:
- 28 days sick pay + bank holidays
- Birthday off – our gift to you!
- Enhanced Family Leave with return-to-work bonus
- Financial & Health Perks:
- Easy access to workplace pension via Cushon
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and delivering educational activities for children
- Support maintaining a safe and nurturing environment
- Encourage social, emotional, and physical development through play-based learning
- Ensure the welfare and safety of all children
Ideal Candidate
- No formal qualifications required, though prior experience in early years settings is advantageous
- Strong passion for working with children
- Desire to support their emotional and developmental growth
- Empathy and adaptability – every child’s journey is unique
Ready to join our team? Apply now and be part of shaping young minds at Busy Bees!
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