Early Years Teacher
Role Overview:
Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
As an Early Years Teacher, you’ll play a key role in developing educational content, mentoring team members, and promoting excellence across our centres.
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 Enfield, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 120 children and transforms every day into a vibrant adventure waiting to unfold. Within our nursery's bright and lively rooms, a wide range of engaging activities and resources are thoughtfully designed to cater to the unique needs and interests of each child, ensuring that young minds and bodies remain consistently engaged and stimulated during their time at nursery.Conveniently located in Florey Square, just an 8-minute drive from the center of Enfield, our nursery provides easy access for parents, with the A10 also only 8 minutes away for a seamless daily commute. Onsite parking ensures hassle-free drop-offs and collections, while families who prefer public transport will find our center just a 5-minute walk from the bus stop on Highlands Avenue, which serves routes 456 and W9.
We offer complimentary lunches for our children and free parking for staff. One of the nursery's most enchanting features is our sensory room, a specially designed space that captivates young senses and sparks creativity. The excitement continues beyond our nursery walls, as our spacious outdoor garden area allows children to further their learning journey while enjoying the fresh air.
In this secure environment, children can explore a wooden play area, participate in enriching yoga sessions, and embrace age-appropriate challenges.
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!
- 50% 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)
- Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.
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 an Early Years Teacher- Lead the planning and delivery with your expert knowledge of the EYFS framework.of age-appropriate activities in line with the early years curriculum.
- Take ownership of the observation, assessments and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps.
- Mentor and guide team members, contributing to curriculum development.
- Take on the role of Key Person, maintaining b relationships with familie and support parents with any SEND/ASL needs.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive environment that supports children’s emotional and social development.
- Ensure we encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
Required Qualifications:
Ideal Candidate- Hold QTS, EYTS or EYPS qualification.
- Extensive experience in an early years setting (ideally as a Nursery Teacher or Early Years Teacher).
- Leadership and mentoring skills.
Lead our education team—apply now!