Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Hive discounts

28 days holidays

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Mental health support

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Belper is seeking an Early Years Educator to support the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children within a thriving setting.

You will work with our Bee Curious curriculum, creating engaging spaces where children can grow, explore, and learn daily. The role emphasizes teamwork, safeguarding, and reflective practice within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Good communication with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong organisational and planning skills for activities.
• Understanding of child development concepts and EYFS principles.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment to support learning.
• Lead educational activities aligned with EYFS to promote development.
• Act as Key Person and build strong family relationships.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

Job description

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 at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample 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, 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, you’ll 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

Join the exceptional team at Busy Bees Alton Manor in Belper, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 90. Our purpose-built centre is designed to be a home away from home, offering a bright and beautiful learning space that encourages each child to thrive. Nestled in the heart of the local community, Busy Bees Alton Manor is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. As a part of our dedicated team, you will play a vital role in creating engaging experiences that foster children's development. Our nursery is easily accessible, with free parking available for staff convenience. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children within a supportive and vibrant community setting.

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 – 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.

But wait, there’s 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.

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 children’s development, care needs, and build 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 capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

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.