Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Adur; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience working with children under 5. This role offers competitive salary, professional development, and various employee benefits including up to 28 days of holiday and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development.
• Oversee children's development and care needs, building family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational abilities

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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. Busy Bees is a UK-wide nursery group with nearly 400 nurseries and a commitment to high-quality education and staff 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, every team member is heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

• Supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive.
• Unique Bee Curious curriculum designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
• Charitable commitment through partnership with BBC Children in Need for community involvement and fundraising.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Ashbourne is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 81, catering to children aged 12 weeks to 5 years. Our caring professionals provide tailored, age-appropriate activities and experiences across rooms designed for each developmental stage. Located in a charming converted church on Derby Road, we offer easy transport links to Derby, Uttoxeter, and the A515/A52. Free parking is available, and you’ll work in a supportive atmosphere focused on children's growth and learning.

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 physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the EYFS.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development and care needs, building strong family connections.

What We’re 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, excellent organisational abilities, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across 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
• Private pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and gain international experience
• Benefits and Wellbeing platform (Hive) with extensive discounts and a Wellbeing Hub
• A Celebrating You section to recognise and reward team members
• A Grow with Us area for development opportunities and training

If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply.