Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Crowborough is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner for a part-time role. The successful candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5. The position offers flexible shifts and the chance to contribute to a supportive environment focused on children's development, with numerous employee benefits including competitive salary and holiday provisions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Improved family leave policies

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5 and genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities that support children's development aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children’s development and care needs, building strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Strong organisational abilities

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Overview

Be part of something amazing! We're launching a brand-new centre in Crowborough and looking for passionate people to join our team. Part-time position available with flexible shifts: 8 AM – 1 PM or 1 PM – 6 PM. Join our team and apply today!

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.

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!
• 25% 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)

You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array 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 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, strong organisational abilities, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse, you’re encouraged to apply.

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.