Relief Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Date Posted: 2026-09-07

Location: Livingston Village, West Lothian, GB, EH54 7

Closing Date: 2026-10-06T04:01:28.733

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK. As a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant, you'll be at the forefront of delivering outstanding care and education to children at Busy Bees. Your expertise will play a key role in supporting the development of our Bee Curious curriculum, while guiding and mentoring unqualified team members. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early years education and are looking to take on greater responsibility in a thriving and supportive setting.

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

Our 103-place Busy Bees Livingston Village Nursery provides a welcoming environment for families, children, and staff. With a wide range of engaging and exciting resources, there are endless opportunities for children to learn and have fun during their time at nursery. The team is experienced, highly trained, and committed to making learning fun for children, ensuring they have the best start in life.

Just a six-minute drive from the centre of Livingston, our West Lothian nursery can be conveniently accessed from many local suburbs. It is equidistant from both Livingston North and South train stations, between a five and 10-minute drive away, and offers free onsite parking.

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!

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)

Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub

A Celebrating You section to recognize and reward team members

Dedicated Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training

Role Responsibilities

What to Expect as a Relief Early Years Educator:

Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's 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 children's progress through observations and assessments.

Required Qualifications

Ideal Candidate:

Level 3 qualification in early years education.

Experience working with children under 5.

Empathy and understanding — each child is unique.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

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—apply now!

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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 Relief Early Years Educator:Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's 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 children's progress through observations and assessments. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate:Level 3 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

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant, you'll be at the forefront of delivering outstanding care and education to children at Busy Bees. Your expertise will play a key role in supporting the development of our Bee Curious curriculum, while guiding and mentoring unqualified team members. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early years education and are looking to take on greater responsibility in a thriving and supportive setting. 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 Our 103 place Busy Bees Livingston Village Nursery provides a welcoming environment for families and children and staff. With a wide range of engaging and exciting resources, there are endless opportunities for children to learn and have fun during their time at nursery. Not only are the team experienced and highly trained, they are also committed to making learning fun for children, ensuring they have the best start in life.Just a six-minute drive from the centre of Livingston, our West Lothian nursery can be conveniently accessed from many local suburbs. Our nursery is equidistant from both Livingston North and South train stations, between

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