Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Evesham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Evesham is seeking an experienced Early Years Educator to foster the development of children. You will create engaging educational activities and ensure a stimulating environment for young learners. Ideal candidates have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for early childhood education. This role includes competitive pay and numerous benefits, including up to 28 days holiday and a childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Oversee children’s development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

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. We are a company that values high-quality education and provides growth opportunities.

About Busy Bees

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 have won awards for our workplace culture. 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 to support community involvement and fundraising for children.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Evesham is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 110, featuring a purpose-built centre with free-flow access to the gardens from all rooms. Our longstanding staff team is deeply passionate about provision of exceptional childcare and close ties with local schools to support smooth transitions for children. The nursery participates in the community, including a yearly food bank collection for a local charity. It is conveniently located near the A46 with easy access to Bidford, Pershore, and Stratford-Upon-Avon. We offer excellent parking for staff and parents and flexible working contracts.

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 workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices

Plus, access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a wide array of retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub, and opportunities to grow with 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, 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, we encourage you to apply.