Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and shaping the future? Due to increased demand in our nursery, we're expanding our dedicated team and are looking for enthusiastic and caring Nursery Practitioners, from Level 3 up to qualified Teachers, to join us in creating a vibrant and supportive learning environment.
We are proud to offer flexible working arrangements to suit you, either full time or part time, or even a 4-day working week!
About our Nursery
Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool Bishops Stortford St Michaels Mead are proud to hold Ofsted rating of Good.
Our beautiful purpose built nursery is located in the heart of the town, and offers spacious rooms and large individual gardens. We offer free onsite parking and free breakfast and lunch daily.
About our Benefits
As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of up to £29,120per annum (£14 per hour), depending on experience and qualifications. Plus you will also be entitled to:
- 28 days holiday per year (inc bank holidays) PLUS a day off for your birthday.
- Childcare Discounts - generous discount of 50% from day 1.
- Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Program as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
- Retail and Travel Discounts, plus Big Benefits - Our dedicated 24/7 employee benefits platform 'Smart Hive'.
- Enhanced family leave.
And so much more such as well-being benefits, Cycle to work - get to work, get fit, go green and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive - our amazing benefits platform which you can explore and find discounts for some of your favourite places!
What to expect as Nursery Practitioner
- As a keyworker, you will ensure every individual child's needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND/ASL needs.
- Take ownership of the observation, assessments and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps.
- Ensure we encourage and praise children's development and achievements.
- And most of all...have FUN!
To apply for this role, you must have a Level 3 or Level 6 qualification, teacher status, or a recognised Childcare qualification. Previous experience working with children is essential, ideally in a role such as Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, Nursery Nurse, Teacher or Pre-school Teacher.
About the Business
A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Practitioners and Educators in the industry, along with best-in-sector training and support in child development. Here are just a few reasons why a career at Busy Bees is just that little bit more extraordinary, which is reflected in our 40 years of success.
About the Culture
At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are at the heart of what we do. They reflect how our colleagues work, treat each other, and interact with the communities around us. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.