Nursery Practitioner Level 3

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

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include creating a stimulating atmosphere, planning educational activities aligned with EYFS, and overseeing children's growth and connections with families. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, experience with children under 5, and strong communication and organizational skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.

Benefits

£14.27 per hour

Ongoing professional development

Hive benefits and wellbeing hub

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Financial support through Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Opportunities to travel

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and deliver educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Role 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 at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high‑quality education and provides ample growth opportunities.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Pershore (Birlingham) is an Ofsted‑rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 62. The charming three‑story building houses base rooms over two floors. The nursery employs a dedicated team of 22 staff, including part‑time and relief members, and offers a fantastic outdoor space with separate play areas for each age group. While there are no direct community links due to its rural location, school teachers visit to support smooth transitions for children starting school. Situated just outside the picturesque village of Pershore, the nursery is also easily accessible from Evesham, Tewkesbury, and Worcester, though there are no direct bus routes. Staff benefits include a free lunch, free parking, and flexible contracts with a variety of working hours or days available.

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.

Busy Bees Benefits

• £14.27 per hour.
• 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 retail discounts to help your money go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities

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.

Required Qualifications

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 skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

At Busy Bees, we’re 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 you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply!