Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Charnwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under 5 years old. In this role, you will create a stimulating environment, lead educational activities, and connect with families. The ideal candidate should possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and have a passion for nurturing young minds. Join us in making a meaningful impact in early childhood education with plenty of career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Holiday entitlement up to 28 days

50% childcare discount

Financial support through Salary Finance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 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 that support children's development.
• Oversee children’s development and build strong 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 at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities.

About Busy Bees

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. 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

Busy Bees Loughborough is rated "Good" by Ofsted and has a capacity of 40 children. We provide a nurturing environment for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, with dedicated rooms and spaces designed for each age group. This ensures that every child can play, learn, and have fun at a pace that suits them. Our secure outdoor space allows children to enjoy fresh air and engage with nature. Conveniently located on Storer Road, just off Ashby Road (A512), our nursery is about a 15-minute walk from Loughborough town centre. There are also several bus stops nearby for easy access via public transport: the Radmoor Road stop, served by buses 16, 126, 127, and X16, and the Burleigh Road stop, served by the Sprint bus.

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
• Access to Hive Benefits and Wellbeing platform with retail discounts and wellbeing resources
• Celebrating You recognition and rewards, and Grow with Us development opportunities

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, excellent organisational abilities, 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!