Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Corby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Bee Curious curriculum

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Job summary

Busy Bees is hiring an Early Years Educator for our Corby nursery, rated Outstanding by Ofsted. You will support children's development across the EYFS, lead engaging activities, and collaborate with a passionate team to create nurturing learning environments.

We offer a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and benefits including the Bee Curious curriculum, staff discounts, and flexible working options to help you grow with Busy Bees.

Qualifications

• Level 3+ qualification in Early Years Education.
• Experience with children under 5 and clear interest in early childhood education.
• Strong communication, organisational skills, and ability to apply child development knowledge to activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with EYFS to support development.
• Oversee children's development and build strong family connections.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

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

Join Busy Bees at our Corby nursery, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with a capacity of 85 children. Our longstanding team is deeply committed to providing children with the best start in life, supported by strong links with the local elderly nursing home. Conveniently located with excellent bus links and nearby amenities, including shops, we offer free lunches and free parking for our staff. Flexible working options are available, including 4-day and 3-day workweek arrangements. Be part of a passionate team making a positive impact on children's lives!

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.

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.