Relief Nursery Practitioner

Job Description Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UKnAre 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, youll 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.nAbout 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.nWhy 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, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.nOur 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 exceptional team at Busy Bees in Cambridge Westwick, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 131 children. Our unique farm nursery features a Forest School and outdoor learning environment, promoting a holistic approach to education that gives children the best head start in their development. We have excellent links to the guided bus from the city, Huntington, and St Ives, making our location convenient for staff and families alike. We offer free lunch and free parking for our team, along with flexible working days to support a healthy work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in early childhood education within a nurturing and innovative environment.Busy Bees BenefitsnnCompetitive salarynOngoing professional development and career progression nOur Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers nUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)nYour birthday off its our gift to you!nEnhanced family leave and return to work bonusnMenopause support through Peppy nFinancial support through Salary Finance nEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersnCycle to Work scheme nEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonnDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)nnnBut wait, theres 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.Our hourly rates of pay differ for people under 21 but they are above national minimum wage levels. For employees aged 21 and above, our hourly rate of pay is 12.75.Ideal CandidatennNo formal qualifications required, although prior experience in early years settings is beneficial.nA passion for working with children and supporting their development.nEmpathy and understanding each child is unique.nnGet started in early years education with Busy Beesapply now!

Created: 2026-03-07