Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees

  • Leeds
  • £12.37 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Role Overview:Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UKTake the next step in your career with Busy Bees as a Level 2 Qualified Early Years Assistant. Bring your experience and qualification to a nurturing environment, where you'll support children’s development through play-based learning and activities. This role offers the chance to further develop your skills in early childhood education while enjoying the benefits of a rewarding and flexible work environment.About our Nursery
Busy Bees Leeds Headingley Grove nursery, rated "Good" by Ofsted, accommodates up to 54 children and offers a home-from-home environment within a beautifully converted house where your child can thrive while learning new skills. The nursery features three bright, airy rooms tailored to different age groups, along with an exciting outdoor area for children to explore. With a range of activities available, your little one can engage in water play, sensory exploration, and safely take on challenges outdoors.Conveniently located on Grove Road, our nursery is just a 2-minute drive from Headingley town centre and only 15 minutes from Leeds City Centre. For those using public transport, there's a bus stop just a short 2-minute walk away on Grove Lane, served by route 91, and Headingley Arndale Bus Station is a 10-minute walk away, offering additional bus routes. Free parking is available for those arriving by car.Busy Bees Benefits
  • Competitive 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 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. Role Responsibilities:What to Expect as a Relief Early Years Educator:
  • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.
  • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering strong partnerships with children and their families.
  • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.
Required Qualifications:Ideal Candidate:
  • Level 2 qualification in early years education.
  • Experience working with children under 5.
  • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

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