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Relief Nursery Practitioner


Company : Busy Bees Nurseries


Location : Market Harborough, England


Created : 2025-08-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for theRelief Nursery Practitionerrole atBusy Bees Nurseries 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theRelief Nursery Practitionerrole atBusy Bees Nurseries 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.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 CommitmentThrough our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.About Our NurseryBusy Bees Market Harborough is rated "Good" by Ofsted and has a capacity of 118 children. Our purpose-built, single-storey nursery features five well-resourced, bright base rooms, each accompanied by its own beautiful, secure garden. This setup provides ample opportunities for outdoor exploration and learning through play.Conveniently located on the outskirts of town, we are perfect for families in Braybrook, Great Oxendon, and East Farndon. You can find us next to Harborough Leisure Centre and the South Leicestershire Medical Group.We take pride in our long-standing team, with some staff members dedicating over 10 years to our nursery!Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive 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! 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 ourBenefits and Wellbeingplatform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with aWellbeing Hubfeaturing resources to support your physical and mental health. ACelebrating Yousection showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicatedGrow with Usarea 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 now! 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