Posted 28 October 2026Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd

Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd
Hampshire

Job details

  • Salary£8.50 to £12.75 per hour*
  • RoleNursery Nurse / Early Years Practitioner
  • HoursFull Time
  • LocationWinchester, Hampshire

Job Summary

Nursery Assistant – Sutton Scotney

Up to £12.75 per hour (up to £26,520 annually based on 40 paid hours per week)

Sutton Scotney, near Winchester | SO21 3JW

Start your career in childcare with Busy Bees. Join us as an Early Years Assistant, with on-the-job training, support from experienced colleagues and opportunities to develop your skills.

If you’re exploring Nursery Assistant or Childcare Assistant opportunities, this is your chance to build a rewarding career helping children learn and grow.

About Our Nursery

Our 69-place nursery is set within a converted chapel in Sutton Scotney, north of Winchester. Garden spaces, regular village walks and strong community connections make this a lovely setting to begin your early years journey.

Find us on Stockbridge Road, Sutton Scotney, SO21 3JW, with access to the A34 and A303. We welcome applications from Andover, Winchester, Whitchurch, Stockbridge, South Wonston, Micheldever and surrounding Hampshire villages.

Why Join Busy Bees?

  • 25% childcare discount.

  • Up to 28 days’ holiday, including bank holidays, plus your birthday off.

  • On-the-job training and career progression.

  • Enhanced family leave and a return-to-work bonus.

  • Retail discounts and wellbeing resources through Hive.

  • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.

  • Menopause support through Peppy.

  • Financial support through Salary Finance.

  • Workplace pension, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted private medical insurance.

Apply today and start your childcare career with Busy Bees Sutton Scotney.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development.
  • Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.
  • Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children.
  • Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences.

Ideal Candidate:

  • No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is beneficial.
  • A passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
  • Empathy and understanding – every child is unique.
  • Good communication and team-working skills.

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

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