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Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day. Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: • Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals, • Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification, • Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses, • Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We’ve also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we’re committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You’ll also experience: • Our award‑winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child., • A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Our Outstanding nursery is set in the quaint village of Cleadon, just north of Sunderland. The nursery boasts a unique charm with 5 bright and spacious base rooms and a homely but exceptionally equipped private garden. From the beauty of our converted building, to our NHS accredited menus and specialist dining area which promotes manners and respect, there’s a lot to love about our Cleadon nursery. Ofsted agree, rating us Outstanding in their last visit! Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: • Competitive salary, • Ongoing training and career progression, • Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off — our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial guidance through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Workplace pension with Cushon As an apprentice, you will: • Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework, • Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children, • Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, • Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met, • Contribute to the safeguarding of all children Essential Criteria To apply, you must: • Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years, • To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years, • Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 1 Functional Skills) Desirable Criteria (not essential) • A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n 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. \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 North Shields Rake Lane is an Ofsted rated Good nursery which is set in the quaint village of Cleadon, just north of Sunderland.The 132 place nursery boasts a unique charm with 5 bright and spacious base rooms and a homely but exceptionally equipped private garden.From the beauty of our converted building, to our NHS accredited menus and specialist dining area which promotes manners and respect, there’s a lot to love about our Cleadon nursery. Ofsted agree, rating us Outstanding in their last visit!Complimentary onsite parking provided. 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, • 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 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., • Level 3 qualification in early years education., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. \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 North Shields Rake Lane is an Ofsted rated Good nursery which is set in the quaint village of Cleadon, just north of Sunderland.The 132 place nursery boasts a unique charm with 5 bright and spacious base rooms and a homely but exceptionally equipped private garden.From the beauty of our converted building, to our NHS accredited menus and specialist dining area which promotes manners and respect, there’s a lot to love about our Cleadon nursery. Ofsted agree, rating us Outstanding in their last visit!Complimentary onsite parking provided. 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, • 50% 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, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: • Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms., • Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children., • Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team., • Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs., • Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development., • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

We’re working with a welcoming primary school in North Shields that’s looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join their early years team. The school currently has around 320 pupils, with early years provision forming an important part of the school commu

Role Overview: Nursery Manager | North Shields Rake Lane | Kids 1st by Busy Bees Nurseries |Up to 25% Bonus | Free Onsite Parking | Good Ofsted| Beautiful Converted Setting Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to make your mark? Were looking for a Nursery Manager with a Level 3 childcare qualification and 2+ years leadership experience to lead our exceptional team at Kids 1st by Busy Bees North Shields Rake Lane. Perks & Benefits • Up to 25% bonus on top of a competitive salary, • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off, • Childcare discount, enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus, • Menopause support, mental health resources & wellbeing hub, • Discounted private medical insurance, • Global travel opportunities through our talent exchange program, • 132-place nursery in a stunning converted building

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks a Qualified Early Years Educator to join its team in Wallsend.

A leading nursery provider in North Shields is seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager to lead their exceptional team. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a strong focus on professional development, set in a beautiful, converted nursery environment.

A dedicated nursery group is seeking a passionate Chef to prepare healthy meals for children in Whitley Bay.

North Shields Rake Lane is an Ofsted rated Good nursery which is set in the quaint village of Cleadon, just north of Sunderland. From the beauty of our converted building, to our NHS accredited menus and specialist dining area which promotes manners and respect, there’s a lot to love about our Cle

A well-regarded education service is seeking a dedicated Nursery Teaching Assistant in North Shields to foster a nurturing environment for young learners.

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. 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 Responsibilities Financial 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. 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. TPBN1_UKTJ

SEN Teaching Assistants are needed for immediate supply positions for a lovely SEN school we work with in the North Tyneside area. We have positions in this school with children with needs ranging from ASD, MLD, behavioural issues and PMLD/complex needs. Ages of pupils range from Nursery through to 6th form. Roles could vary from whole class supporting roles or providing one to one support to pupils with SEND. The school has two sites close together and you may be asked to move between then over a week wherever support is needed most. Facilities are excellent including a hydrotherapy pool on site and class sizes are very small. Experience in supporting children with any of the above needs would be an advantage but is not essential - a willingness to learn and engage with SEN children is the most important quality we are looking for. Ideally you will hold a level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or above but other qualifications such as a degree in Psychology or Education Studies are also acceptable. Posts vary from short term to long term but we require staff that are flexible and willing to learn from experienced staff at the school. In addition, you must: • Provide two referees we can contact, • Have a DBS form or be prepared to obtain one Please note that the rate of pay will be dependent on the level of qualification you have achieved and the amount of experience you have to date. Premier Teachers Ltd is a teacher run agency based in Sunderland. We provide a supply and permanent placement service to schools in the North East and Teesside area. We are incredibly supportive and we offer training on site or in house to help to move your career on. We ensure that all staff are compliant with our safeguarding procedures before being placed in our clients schools. We offer a friendly and highly efficient service and we are contactable 24/7. You will receive prompt weekly payment and provided requirements are met, statutory sick pay if required. To apply, please email your CV with no gaps in more than 3 months