Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees

Leading Nursery Group in the UKAs an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities.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, youll 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 Nursery Godalming Bridge Road, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 136 children in a stunning setting that includes a listed Grade II main building and a separate preschool building. Our facilities feature a large all-weather playground, a fully enclosed separate baby garden, and an outdoor classroom, with tailored rooms designed to suit each age group. The onsite kitchen supports our commitment to providing quality meals, while our spacious grassed garden offers beautiful views over the Lammas Land and the River Wey. Nestled alongside the river, we are just a short distance from Godalming town center, with excellent transport links; both Godalming and Farncombe train stations are less than a 15-minute walk away, and the A3 is a quick 10-minute drive. Free parking is available for staff, ensuring convenient access to our nurturing 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

its our gift to you!50% childcare discountEnhanced 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)Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.But 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. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner:Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children''s growth and learning.Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children''s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).Key Person Role: Oversee childrens development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications: What Were Looking ForLevel 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood educationSkills: Good communication capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.At Busy Bees, were committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and youre ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply!