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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. 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 beautiful Newcastle Gosforth nursery has an Ofsted rating of Good, and has a capacity of 108. Having been open for 15 years, we have a dedicated team, determined to give children the best start in life.Excellent transport links, with easy access to the A1, metro and a bus stop just minutes from the nursery. Free onsite parking available. 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), • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education., • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education

🌟 Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover) – Busy Bees Newcastle Jesmond - Up to £34,000.00 Join the UK’s leading nursery group and inspire the next generation! Busy Bees is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover) to lead our wonderful team in Newcastle Jesmond. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional early years education, have a Level 3 childcare qualification, and bring at least two years of leadership experience in an early years setting, we’d love to hear from you. 🎁 Busy Bees Benefits We believe in rewarding our teams for the incredible work they do. As our Nursery Manager (MAT Cover), you’ll enjoy: • Up to 25% annual salary bonus, • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and clear career progression, • Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across major retailers, • Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off every year, • Significant childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) 🌼 About Our Nursery Our beautiful Busy Bees Newcastle Jesmond nursery is rated Good by Ofsted and offers a warm, supportive environment for children and staff alike. With a capacity of 108 places, our longstanding team is committed to giving every child the best start in life. Located in central Newcastle, we offer excellent transport links via Bus and Metro, plus complimentary onsite parking. 🌱 Key Responsibilities • Lead & Inspire — Motivate your team to deliver outstanding childcare and education., • Quality Improvement — Drive continuous improvement across EYFS delivery and operational processes., • Compliance & Safeguarding — Maintain a safe, secure, and fully compliant environment., • Financial Management — Oversee budgets, staffing, and resources effectively., • Parent & Community Engagement — Build strong, positive relationships with families and the wider community. We’re looking for a Nursery Manager who is: • Passionate about delivering high‑quality childcare and early years education, • A confident leader with strong communication and people skills, • Organised, proactive, and commercially aware, • NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Diploma in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3 (or above), • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager, • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. \n 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. \n 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. \n 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 beautiful Newcastle Quorum nursery has an Ofsted rating of Outstanding, and has a capacity of 108. We have a longstanding and dedicated team that has the children at the centre of everything that we do. We also have our own allotment space within the business park where we go and grow our own fruit and vegetables. Located within the business park, with access to free parking, a free shuttle bus service linking us to the local metro four lane ends just 1 minute walk away. Bus routes linking us to the city centre just 1 minute walk away Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression\n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers\n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 25% childcare discount\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy\n, • Financial support through Salary Finance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.\n, • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.\n, • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families.\n, • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.\nWhat We’re Looking For:, • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • 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—apply now!

Job Title: Pre-School Assistant Location: Gateshead Hours: Flexible shifts from 7:00–18:00, Monday – Friday Start: 20th April Pay: £107.71 (Based on 6.5-hour day rate) Pre-School Assistant Are you passionate about supporting young children in their early stages of development? Do you want to play a vital role in helping pre-school pupils build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning? Milk Education is working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school with a nursery in Gateshead to appoint a Pre-School Assistant to join their dedicated team. Pre-School Assistant – About the School This nurturing primary school is committed to providing a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all pupils. The pre-school provision focuses on play-based learning, early communication, and personal development, supporting children with a wide range of needs including SEND, speech and language needs, Autism, and additional learning barriers. The school prides itself on its strong community ethos and child-centred approach. The school offers: • A supportive and experienced leadership team committed to staff development, • A collaborative and welcoming pre-school environment, • A strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and pupil progress Joining this school means becoming part of a team that is passionate about nurturing children during their most important developmental years. Pre-School Assistant – Role Overview As a Pre-School Assistant, you will work closely with the EYFS team to support teaching and learning within Nursery or Reception. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for early childhood education, whether you are experienced in Early Years or looking to build your career in education. You will support play-based learning, early phonics, communication development, and social skills, while helping to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. Pre-School Assistant – Key Responsibilities Supporting Teaching & Learning • Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities in line with the EYFS framework, • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to develop early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills, • Assist with phonics, early reading, and language development, • Help create an inviting and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment Child Development & Wellbeing • Support children’s social, emotional, and behavioural development, • Encourage independence, curiosity, and positive learning behaviours, • Assist with daily routines, including transitions, snack times, and personal care where required, • Build positive relationships with children to support engagement and progress Teamwork & Professional Practice • Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents, • Contribute to observations and support assessment of pupil progress, • Support safeguarding procedures and maintain a safe learning environment Pre-School Assistant – Essential Criteria • Experience working with young children (school, nursery, childcare, or similar), • A genuine passion for supporting early childhood development, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach, • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, • Must live locally to the northeast—no relocation, • A relevant Early Years qualification (preferred but not essential) Pre-School Assistant – Why Work with Milk Education? Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for. Benefits to YOU: • Excellent rates of pay, • Health and wellbeing support, • Free lesson plans, • 24/7 access to your personal consultant, • Training support sessions, • Referral programme, • Support and guidance if you wish to progress into a permanent role Pre-School Assistant – Apply Now If you’re ready to make a real difference in a pre-school setting in Gateshead, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your CV to: Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person

Qualified Early Years Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Assistant / EYFS Support Location: Gateshead Contract: Term-time only Hours: Flexible shifts from 8:00 to18:00, Monday–Friday Start: April 2026 Pay: £15-£17 per hour Are you a qualified Early Years Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and nurturing setting? Do you want a role where your care, creativity and patience can make a genuine difference to children at the very start of their educational journey? We are recruiting a Qualified Early Years Assistant on behalf of a welcoming Primary School with a Nursery division in Gateshead. This role offers hands-on experience supporting young children during a crucial stage of their development, helping to shape their confidence, communication and love for learning. You will be supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), including those with additional needs, speech and language differences, and varying levels of development. You will work as part of a friendly and experienced team, where the focus is on play-based learning, emotional development and building strong foundations for future education. This role starts in April 2026, working Monday to Friday, term-time only with a range of flexible part-time and full-time shifts available. It’s ideal for Early Years professionals seeking consistent, rewarding experience. Qualified Early Years Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training Why this role is ideal for Early Years professionals: This position provides valuable experience supporting children in their formative years, helping to develop essential skills in communication, social interaction and early learning. You will gain experience in: • Supporting children within the EYFS framework, • Encouraging early communication, language and literacy development, • Promoting social skills, independence and confidence, • Supporting children with additional needs and varying developmental stages, • Using play-based and child-centred learning approaches, • Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment, • Working as part of a team alongside practitioners, SEN staff and external professionals, • Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing and early behavioural development This role is ideal for those passionate about Early Years education and making a lasting impact on young children’s development. Qualified Early Years Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training What you will be doing: • Supporting children in small groups and on a 1:1 basis, • Assisting with daily routines including play, learning and care activities, • Encouraging communication, language and social interaction, • Supporting children’s emotional regulation and confidence, • Delivering engaging, play-based learning activities, • Helping to create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment, • Supporting children with additional needs where required, • Working closely with staff to implement learning and development plans, • Promoting independence, curiosity and a love of learning Your role will be key in helping children feel safe, valued and excited about learning. Qualified Early Years Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training We would love to hear from you if you have: • A relevant Early Years qualification (Early Years Educator, Teaching Assistant or other relevant qualifications with children), • Experience working in a nursery, preschool or Early Years setting, • A genuine passion for supporting young children’s development, • Patience, creativity and a nurturing approach, • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships, • An understanding of child development and early learning, • The ability to work collaboratively within a team, • Experience with SEND/SEMH (desired) Qualified Early Years Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training Why Work with Milk Education? Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for. Benefits to YOU: • Excellent rates of pay, • Health and wellbeing support, • Free lesson plans and resources, • 24/7 access to your personal consultant, • Training and development support, • Referral programme, • Support and guidance for progression into permanent roles Email: Phone: 0191 486 2500

Classroom Assistant Devizes Mainstream Primary School Immediate Start Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual committed to shaping and enriching the educational journey of young children? Do you possess a natural talent for building strong connections with children? If this resonates with you, we invite you to seize an exciting opportunity to serve as a Classroom Assistant in a highly respected primary school in Devizes. About Us: We are a friendly, vibrant, and child-focused primary school located in Devizes. Currently, we are in search of a Classroom Assistant to foster and support classroom learning in Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2. This presents an exciting opportunity for aspiring educators to embark on their educational careers and gain insights into the National Curriculum. Your Role: As a Classroom Assistant, your mission will be to collaborate closely with dedicated teachers, creating a dynamic and effective learning environment that empowers students to thrive and reach their full potential. This role is immensely fulfilling and holds significant importance, where each day presents unique challenges and the chance to be the catalyst for a child's 'light-bulb' moment. Your responsibilities will include engaging, supporting, and nurturing the learning journey of children, assisting in the delivery of creative and well-planned lessons. Who we're Looking For: This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates contemplating a career in education or experienced Classroom Assistants seeking a fresh challenge. While prior experience with children is desirable, it's not a mandatory requirement. Relevant experience may include mentoring, coaching, tutoring, nursery assistance, childcare, or similar roles in a classroom setting. Experience in supporting children with ASD, behavioural issues, and learning difficulties would be highly advantageous. Position Details: • Role: Classroom Assistant, • Immediate Start, • School Type: Primary Mainstream, • Salary: £76 - £85 per day, • Location: Devizes How to Apply: If you're a recent graduate or an experienced Classroom Assistant interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV through this advert. Classroom Assistant - Devizes Classroom Assistant - Devizes JBRP1_UKTJ

The Finance Lead will report to the Operations Manager and will line manage a Finance Assistant. We are looking for a Finance Lead to join our team. Proven experience in a finance management or lead role, preferably within the education or nursery sector.

Role Summary We are looking for a Finance Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including billing, payroll, and accounts payable, while ensuring the financial health of our nurseries. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the nursery manager and directors. The Finance Lead will report to the Operations Manager and will line manage a Finance Assistant. Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application. Salary This position has a starting salary of £30,000, with the view of it rising to £32,000 upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Essential Qualifications & Skills * Proven experience in a finance management or lead role, preferably within the education or nursery sector. * Proficiency with payroll software and a demonstrated ability to help us on our digital journey by implementing efficient, modern financial processes. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable Qualifications * Proficiency with financial software, specifically Xero and Dext. * A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. * A full driving licence. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting and Auditing * Produce quarterly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to provide a clear overview of financial performance. * Carry out monthly audits to accurately monitor occupancy and fee income across all settings. * Conduct quarterly financial audits to ensure accuracy and compliance. * Provide monthly income and expenditure updates to the directors. * Attend monthly management meetings with the management team, Operations Manager, and Directors to discuss any financial concerns. * Agree on transactions in both Dext and Xero to ensure accurate bookkeeping. Billing and Accounts Receivable * Manage all monthly billing runs and ensure fees are accurately calculated and invoiced. * Deal with all fee enquiries and make necessary amendments, including adjusting fees for two-year age changes and invoicing for additional sessions. * Calculate and create new fee policies for new starters. * Calculate annual fee increases, create new fee policies for all children, and liaise with the nursery management team to roll out the increases. * Allocate daily fees to the correct accounts to maintain up-to-date records on our parent portal. * Ensure timely payment of fees by parents and proactively chase outstanding debt on a monthly basis. * Assist the nursery manager with fee-related complaints. Payroll and Staff Administration * Manage payroll deductions for sickness and additional hours on a daily basis, keeping wage sheets up to date. * Calculate and manage annual leave entitlements for all staff. * Log and monitor sickness absences, creating reports on high sickness volumes and sharing them with the nursery management team and Operations Manager. * Process monthly staff wages, managing any increases or changes to contracted hours. * Liaise with external accountants for payroll and any other financial related matters, meeting with them quarterly. Operations and Management * Line manage a Finance Assistant, providing guidance and support to ensure team goals are met. * Upload and log invoices daily, splitting them between settings as necessary. * Ensure invoices and receipts are paid within the agreed timescale. * Manage and monitor all purchase order requests, including sourcing the best suppliers and overseeing if the request is essential or non-essential. * Work closely with the Operations manager to monitor occupancy across all settings and support business growth. xrnqpay * Work location schedule: You will be required to spend two days per week at each nursery setting (Heaton and Gosforth) and one day per week at the Heaton head office.

Classroom Assistant - Calne Mainstream Primary School ASAP Start - Calne Are you an patient and motivated individual who is determined to shape and heighten the learning of young children? Do you have an innate ability to build an effective rapport with children. If this sounds like you, then this is an exciting opportunity to fulfil a Classroom Assistant role in an extremely well-respected primary school in Calne. An welcoming, bright and child-orientated primary school based in Calne are currently recruiting for a classroom assistant to promote and support classroom learning in Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring teachers to initiate their career in education and to gain an understanding of the National Curriculum. As a classroom assistant, you will work alongside specialist and driven teachers to stimulate a dynamic and effective learning environment that enables learners to flourish and maximise their potential. The classroom assistant role is a rewarding and important position where no two days are the same. As a classroom assistant, you will engage, support and develop the learning of children, assist with the deliverance of creative and well-planned lessons and will be the spark for a child's light-bulb moment. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate who is considering a career in education or an experienced classroom assistant who is looking for a new challenge. Previous working experience with children is desirable for this classroom assistant position but is not essential. Relevant experience could include mentoring, coaching, tutoring, assisting in a nursery, childcare, or similar experience in a classroom setting. Supporting children with ASD, behavioural issues and learning difficulties would be extremely beneficial for this role. • Classroom Assistant, • ASAP Start, • Primary Mainstream School, • £84- £95 per day, • Calne If you are a recent graduate or an experienced classroom assistant and are interested in this classroom assistant position, please submit your CV to this advert. Classroom Assistant - Calne JBRP1_UKTJ

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. 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, youll 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 This purpose-built nursery is designed on a single level, ensuring easy access for all children. Each age group has its own dedicated garden space, providing a safe and engaging outdoor environment. The nursery has received a good Ofsted rating, reflecting its quality of care and education. However, the nearest bus stop is approximately a 12-15 minute walk away. 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 to28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off its 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, • 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 b partnerships with children and their families., • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments. Required Qualifications: What Were Looking For:, • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • 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 anEarly Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.Start your rewarding career in early childhood education todayapply now! JBRP1_UKTJ

A respected independent primary school in Fenham is seeking an experienced Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their close-knit Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, child-centred environment that values curiosity, kindness, and high-quality early education. About the Role You’ll be working as part of a collaborative EYFS team, supporting both the class teacher and small groups of children in Nursery and Reception. This role will suit someone who is confident in the EYFS curriculum, understands the importance of routine and play-based learning, and can create calm, engaging spaces where children thrive. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the class teacher in delivering the Early Years curriculum through structured play, exploration, and guided activities. Helping to plan, set up, and assess activities that promote key areas of development. Building strong relationships with children and parents, supporting emotional and social wellbeing. Using observations to track progress against EYFS learning goals. Ensuring safeguarding, hygiene, and health and safety procedures are always followed. About You Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Early Years Educator qualification Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and developmental milestones. Experience supporting children aged 3–5 in a school or nursery setting. Calm, patient, and organised, with strong communication skills. Confident supporting toileting, transitions, and day-to-day routines. Why You’ll Love This Role You’ll be joining a welcoming independent school that takes pride in its community ethos and high standards of care. Staff are encouraged to be creative, collaborative, and reflective in their practice. This is a chance to work in an environment where you’ll be supported and valued from day one. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

A primary school in Westerhope, Newcastle is looking for a confident, reliable Teaching Assistant to support a Year 1 non-verbal autistic pupil on a 1:1 basis. This is a child who thrives with structure, clear boundaries, and adults who can bring calm authority to the day, especially during moments of dysregulation. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 15:30 The role at a glance You’ll be: Providing consistent 1:1 support for a non-verbal autistic child in Year 1 Using communication boards to support understanding and expression Supporting Box Time approaches and structured routines Delivering sensory circuits and sensory regulation breaks throughout the day Working closely with SEN professionals and following tailored support plans Helping the child feel safe, regulated, and ready to access learning Supporting behaviour that can, at times, become physically challenging in a calm and safe way What the school is looking for They’re after someone who: Has SEN experience, ideally autism and communication needs Stays calm under pressure and can set clear, consistent boundaries Is confident supporting children with challenging behaviour Understands or is open to training in sensory regulation strategies Works well as part of a wider professional team (SENCO, therapists, teachers) Why this role matters This isn’t just classroom support. It’s about helping a child feel understood in a world that can often feel overwhelming. Small progress here means everything. A calmer transition, a successful interaction, a moment of connection, that’s the impact you’ll be part of every day. About the school Based in Westerhope, Newcastle upon Tyne, this is a warm and welcoming primary school with a strong reputation for being a supportive, community-focused school where children are encouraged to bring out their brilliance every day. The school offers a nurturing environment with an attached nursery, dedicated staff, and a real emphasis on kindness, respect, and high standards in learning and behaviour. With a strong sense of teamwork between pupils, staff, and families, this school creates a safe and happy space where children are supported to grow in confidence, achieve well, and develop a love of learning that carries them into the next stage of their education. How Protocol Education supports you Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies) Free access to our CPD Academy Dedicated SEN consultant who actually gets it Long-term role stability and local support Guidance around behaviour strategies and school expectations Opportunities across SEN and mainstream settings if you want to grow If this role sounds like you, apply now! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. 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, youll 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 beautiful Newcastle Gosforth nursery has an Ofsted rating of Good, and has a capacity of 108. Having been open for 15 years, we have a dedicated team, determined to give children the best start in life.Excellent transport links, with easy access to the A1, metro and a bus stop just minutes from the nursery. Free onsite parking available. 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 its 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. But wait, theres 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. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning. Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Person Role: Oversee childrens development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications: What Were Looking For Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education. Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education Skills: Good communication capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities. At Busy Bees, were committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and youre ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply! TPBN1_UKTJ