Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees In Portishead; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Greater London is looking for an Early Years Assistant to join their team. This role is vital in creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. The successful candidate will support educational activities and promote inclusivity while working in a collaborative team. No formal qualifications are required, but experience in early years settings is advantageous. The nursery offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and various benefits for employees.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

Discounted childcare

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is beneficial.
• A passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
• Empathy and understanding – every child is unique.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children.
• Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences.

Skills

Experience in early years settings

Passion for working with children

Good communication skills

Team-working skills

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As an Early Years Assistant at Busy Bees, you’ll play a vital role in creating a positive and engaging environment for children. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your journey in the early years sector, where you will receive on‑job training and support from experienced team members, helping you to grow and develop your skills in a nurturing and dynamic environment.

About 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.

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 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

Busy Bees West Hampstead Fortune Green, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 40 children and features multiple spacious rooms, each dedicated to a specific age group. This design allows children to develop at their own pace alongside peers at a similar stage, fostering friendships throughout their nursery experience. Conveniently located just a 5‑minute bus ride or a 15‑minute walk from West Hampstead station (Jubilee, Overground, Thameslink) and right next to Fortune Green Park, our nursery offers easy access for families. We provide complimentary lunches for our children, and our bright, airy rooms are filled with endless opportunities for exploration based on individual interests, blending a Montessori approach with a variety of educational toys, role play equipment, and activity corners. Whether your child enjoys reading, engaging in sensory play, or learning about animals, there is always something to keep them busy and engaged.

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!
• 25% childcare discount
• 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children.
• Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences.

Ideal Candidate

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is beneficial.
• A passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
• Empathy and understanding – every child is unique.
• Good communication and team‑working skills.

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!