Relief Nursery Practitioner

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UKAre 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 UsBusy 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.

About our NurseryJoin our friendly team at Busy Bees in Huntingdon, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. We are passionate about providing children with the best start in life and feature five spacious rooms, including a unique sensory room that sets us apart in the area. Our nursery regularly hosts engaging visits from local police, professional photographers, and ZooLab, enriching the children''s learning experiences. Conveniently located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, we are close to the town center and train station for easy access. We offer free parking for our staff, a day off for birthdays, and opportunities for career progression and qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant environment.

Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive salaryOngoing professional development and career progressionOur ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailersUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!Enhanced family leave and return to work bonusMenopause support through PeppyFinancial support through Salary FinanceEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersCycle to Work schemeEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)But wait, there’s more! You''ll also enjoy access to our

Benefits and Wellbeing

platform, Hive - offering huge array huge 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 ResponsibilitiesAssist in preparing and delivering educational activities for children.Support the team in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.Help children develop socially, emotionally, and physically through engaging play-based learning.Ensure the welfare and safety of all children is maintained.Ideal CandidateNo formal qualifications required, although prior experience in early years settings is beneficial.A passion for working with children and supporting their development.Empathy and understanding – each child is unique.Get started in early years education with Busy Bees—apply ..... full job details .....