Early Childhood Education Specialist

5 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Busy Bees Full time

Our Mission

At Busy Bees, we strive to provide a nurturing environment for children to grow and develop. As an Early Years Educator, you will play a vital role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children.

About Us

We are the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We prioritize high-quality education and offer ample growth opportunities for our team members.

Award-Winning Workplace Culture

We are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture, which values every member of our team. Our commitment to care, quality, value, and service ensures that every child receives the best start in life.

Bee Curious Curriculum

You'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. This approach empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive.

Community Involvement

We partner with BBC Children in Need, offering fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

Nursery Overview

Join our outstanding team at Busy Bees in Chelmsford Springfield, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 154 children. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration and growth among our staff.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression
  • '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


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