Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Beccles; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Pension access

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Busy Bees La Providence, part of the UK's leading nursery group, is seeking a Nursery Practitioner with Level 3 (or above) in Early Years Education. You will create a safe, stimulating environment, plan EYFS-aligned activities and support each child's development as Key Person, building strong family connections.

We offer a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, generous holiday, 25% childcare discount, cycle-to-work, and access to Hive Benefits and wellbeing resources.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience with children under 5 and interest in early childhood education.
• Understanding of EYFS principles and safeguarding basics.

Responsibilities

• Lead Educational Activities aligned with EYFS and plan engaging experiences.
• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting physical, emotional, intellectual and social development.
• Oversee children's development as Key Person and build strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

Job description

We actively engage with local charities to raise funds and support the community. Located in a quiet estate surrounded by beautiful nature walks and beaches, our nursery offers a serene environment for exploration and learning. For families relying on public transport, there is a bus stop conveniently located outside the estate, providing frequent service to and from St Helier. We also offer free parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing facility.

Busy Bees 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 its our gift to you! 25% 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) But wait, theres more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities: What Were 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 capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities. At Busy Bees, were committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and youre ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.

Required Qualifications: 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 children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Person Role: Oversee childrens development, care needs, and build strong family connections. TPBN1_UKTJ

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK 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. 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, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. 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 Busy Bees La Providence accommodates 58 children and is dedicated to ensuring that every child has the best start in life.