Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Chelmsford is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under five. This role involves creating engaging learning environments, leading educational activities, and building strong family connections. The ideal candidate should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and proven experience in early childhood settings. Benefit from a supportive culture with excellent opportunities for professional growth, including competitive salary and up to 28 days of holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience 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 aligned with the EYFS.
• Oversee children’s development and care needs.

Skills

good communication

excellent organisational abilities

knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 (or above) 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. We value high-quality education and offer ample growth opportunities.

About Our Nursery

Join our outstanding team at Busy Bees in Chelmsford, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 99 children. Our longstanding staff, along with new team members, foster a collaborative environment that values growth and development. We offer progression potential, including apprenticeship opportunities, to help you advance your career. The staff room includes tea and coffee facilities, a kettle and microwave for convenience. We arrange regular outings to local parks to enhance children’s learning experiences. Located just a five-minute walk from Chelmsford Town, the train station, and the bus station, we are near local shops and Virgin Gym. Free staff parking and a flexible four-day, 40-hour week provide a supportive and vibrant environment for early childhood education.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have won awards for our workplace culture. 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 Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across 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
• Support for menopause through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension access through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices

A Celebrating You section recognises and rewards our valued team members, and there is a Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training to help you thrive 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 aligned with the EYFS to support physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
• 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 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.

If you have experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse and are ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply.