Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive benefits discounts

Holiday entitlement up to 28 days

Birthday off

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to support Early Years learning, helping children develop confidence, curiosity and resilience in a warm, safe setting. You will plan and deliver EYFS activities as part of a supportive team, build strong relationships with families and contribute to a culture of high quality education and continuous professional growth.

Joining Busy Bees means excellent benefits, ongoing development and a clear path to progress within the UK's

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 EYFS.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

Job description

Join Our Team as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner 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.

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.

Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere is a purpose-built nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, which opened in 2018 and cares for up to 110 children. We have a dedicated, supportive team and offer a fantastic environment to develop your skills and progress your career. Conveniently located close to two bus stops and local amenities, with free parking for staff, it’s a great place to build your future in early years.

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.