Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Chester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

28 days holiday

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Family leave & return bonus

Job summary

Busy Bees Chester Hopscotch is a leading UK nursery group delivering high-quality Early Years education. As an Early Years Educator, you will support children's intellectual, social, and emotional development within a loving, inclusive setting.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, planning developmentally appropriate activities, and fostering curious, confident learners while working within our Bee Curious curriculum.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience working with children under 5 and genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Good communication, strong organisational skills, and ability to apply child development knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment and prepare rooms for learning.
• Lead educational activities aligned with the EYFS to support development.
• Be a Key Person, building strong family connections and monitoring progress.

Skills

Communication

Organization

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

Busy Bees Chester Hopscotch is an Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" nursery with a capacity of 76 children, providing a warm and welcoming environment where your child can learn, make friends, and have fun. The nursery features multiple childcare rooms decorated in soft, soothing colors and equipped with excellent resources. With a secure garden space at the back, children can enjoy outdoor play, including an obstacle course that allows them to take risks and challenge themselves in a safe, supervised setting. Conveniently located about a mile and a half from Chester city center and the Blacon council estate, the nursery is easily accessible by car via the A540 on Parkgate Road, and by bus, with a stop just a five-minute walk away served by route 22. Free parking is available for staff.

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.

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service.