Job Description

Role Overview:

Just Qualified? Start Your Dream Career With Busy Bees in Harrogate!

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Job Title:

Nursery Practitioner (Newly Qualified)

Location:

Harrogate

Salary:

Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Contract:

Full-Time | Permanent

Just finished your childcare qualification? Looking for your first nursery role in a supportive, friendly environment where you can really make a difference? Look no further -

Busy Bees Harrogate

is the perfect place to begin your journey!

Who Are We?

We're

Busy Bees

, the UK's leading nursery group with nearly 400 centres across the country - and we're passionate about giving every child the best start in life. We know that starts with you, our amazing educators - and we're here to help you shine from day one.

What You'll Do

As a

Newly Qualified Nursery Practitioner

, you'll bring your fresh ideas, big heart, and love of learning to our vibrant nursery team. You'll:Create fun, safe, and engaging spaces for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers Support children's development through play, routines, and one-on-one attention Work closely with experienced team members who'll guide and mentor you Build strong relationships with families and help each child feel confident, loved, and ready to take on the world Bring your energy and ideas to our unique

Bee Curious

curriculum

You don't need years of experience - just a recognised childcare qualification (Level 2 or 3), a warm personality, and a genuine passion for early years education.

Why Start Your Career with Busy Bees?

In-house mentors to guide you from day one

50% childcare discount

- so your little ones can join the fun too

Your birthday off

- because you deserve to celebrate! A workplace where you're truly valued*, heard, and supported

Ongoing training & development

- we'll help you grow in confidence and skills Access to

Hive

: our amazing benefits hub, packed with wellbeing support and retail discounts Opportunities to

travel

, explore, and learn from other nurseries around the world Up to

28 days holiday

(including bank holidays)

About Our Harrogate Nursery

Located in Hornbeam Park, our nursery is purpose-built, Ofsted-rated "Good", and packed with fantastic spaces that help children thrive - like an investigation station, yoga zone, and role play corners. With room for 146 children and a strong connection to local schools, it's a wonderful place to start your early years career.

Ready to Begin Your Nursery Journey?

If you're newly qualified and ready to turn your passion into purpose, we'd love to welcome you to our hive. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to be part of something special from the very start of your career.

Apply now

and let's grow together.

Busy Bees - Where your early years career takes flight.