Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Daventry; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. The role involves creating a safe and stimulating environment, leading educational activities, and establishing strong family connections. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for early childhood education. This position offers competitive salary, career progression, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Your birthday off

Financial support through Salary Finance

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children’s growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development.
• Oversee children’s development and build strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Strong organisational abilities

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 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. 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. You’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment includes a partnership with BBC Children in Need, offering opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and Pre-school in Daventry is proud to hold an Ofsted rating Good. Located just off the A361, with close links to Daneholme Park and Daventry Town Centre, free onsite parking is also available.

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
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices

We also offer access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform,Hive, with a Wellbeing Hub and resources to support health and an area recognising and rewarding our valued team members. Grow with Us provides 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 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, strong organisational abilities, 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, we encourage you to apply!