Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Egham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Egham is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the intellectual and emotional development of children. The ideal candidate must have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and proven experience with children under 5. You will lead engaging educational activities in a supportive environment, ensuring children's growth and safety. Join us to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education while enjoying competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Mental Health First Aiders

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5 and genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children's growth.
• Lead educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in 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 Egham, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 100 children and is equipped with a variety of new, age‑appropriate toys and equipment. Children across all ages have access to outdoor spaces featuring stimulating elements and sensory play areas. Conveniently located within a five‑minute walk of Egham train station and situated on the high street, our nursery offers ample parking for easy visits. We provide complimentary lunches for our children and encourage them to spend time playing and exploring the outdoor areas available. Our expert nursery staff facilitate opportunities for children to take safe risks during play, fostering a sense of wonder while building self‑confidence.

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)
• 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

You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering huge arrays 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 showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares 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 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.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

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!