Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Arnold; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early years education provider in England is looking for an Early Years Educator to foster children's intellectual, social, and emotional development. You will create a stimulating environment, lead educational activities aligned with the EYFS, and oversee children's growth. A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5 are essential for this role. The position offers competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

50% childcare discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5 is necessary.
• Ability to plan and deliver activities that foster child development is required.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Lead educational activities that align with the EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Good communication skills, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

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)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.