Relief Early Years Educator – Level 2

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK We are looking for an amazing Nursery Manager to ignite fun and learning for our children! With your Level 3 childcare qualification and two years of leadership in early years settings, we want you to bring your vibrant energy and EYFS expertise to our team. Exciting rewards await your passion for nurturing young minds! About Us Busy Bees is the UKs 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 childrens lives. About Our Nursery Located in Loudwater, our warm and welcoming 85-place day nursery cares for children aged 3 months to 5 years across 5 age‑specific rooms, from Babies through to Preschool. Our nursery provides a calming environment for both children and staff, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery including a nearby river walkway – perfect for a relaxing lunch break. Staff and children also enjoy seeing and feeding the ducks in the local area. Busy Bees Benefits * Up to 25% annual salary bonus * Competitive salary * Ongoing professional development and career progression * Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers * Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) * Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you! * Significant 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. In addition, you’ll have access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform, a wellbeing hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health, a Celebrating You section showcasing ways we recognise and reward our valued team members, and a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support your growth at Busy Bees. Centre Overview * Excellent transport links with the 37 bus stop located directly outside the nursery and many other bus services within a 5‑minute walk * Access to PickMeUp, High Wycombe’s on‑demand minibus service, offering convenient pick‑up from nearby bus stop locations * Located close to the M40 * Peaceful riverside setting with scenic walking routes * Supportive and friendly team environment * Local amenities within walking distance include: o Home Bargains o Dunelm o The Range o Morrisons Local o Tesco What To Expect As a Relief Early Years Educator * Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote childrens 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 childrens progress through observations and assessments. 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. J-18808-Ljbffr