Nursery Practitioner Level 3

About Early Years Ltd.; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work

Pension & benefits

Career growth

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees is opening a brand-new, state-of-the-art nursery in Fareham early 2027, and we’re seeking passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our team.

You’ll benefit from competitive pay (£30,992 per annum), opportunities for career growth, and generous perks like a 50% childcare discount and wellbeing resources. Join us to help children thrive and grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Strong communication skills—able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Excellent organisational abilities—keeping learning environments structured yet exciting.
• Deep understanding of child development and applying it to plan engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment by thoughtfully preparing materials and arranging rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.
• Lead Engaging Educational Activities to support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with EYFS.
• Be a Key Person in a Child’s Journey by overseeing development and building strong family connections.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Early Years Education

Proven experience with under-5s

Strong communication

Excellent organisation

Child development understanding

Passion for early childhood

Education

Level 3 or above in Early Years Education

Job description

Role Overview:

Join Our Brand-New Nursery in Fareham!

Are you ready to be part of something special?Busy Beesis opening astate-of-the-art nursery in Fareham Early 2027, and we're looking for passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitionersto join our team!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner

Competitive pay – £30,992.00per annum

Career growth– Ongoing professional development & progression

Birthday off– Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!

50% childcare discount– Supporting your family while you support others

Up to 28 days holiday– Plus bank holidays!

Menopause & family support– Helping you through life’s big moments

Health & wellbeing resources– Access toHive, our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform

Cycle to Work scheme– Because a healthy commute is a happy commute

Pension & financial perks– Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance

Opportunities to travel– Learn from childcare professionals around the world

Role Responsibilities:

Your ImpactAs A Nursery Practitioner

Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment– Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.

Lead Engaging Educational Activities– Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children'sphysical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with theEarly Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)framework.

Be a Key Person in a Child’s Journey– Take an active role in overseeing children’s development, addressing care needs, andbuilding strong, trusting family connectionsto support their learning both at nursery and at home

Required Qualifications:

What You’ll Bring to the HiveAs A Nursery Practitioner

Level 3 (or above) qualificationinEarly Years Education

Proven experienceworking with childrenunder 5and agenuine passionfor early childhood education

Strong communication skills—able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues

Excellent organisational abilities—keeping learning environments structured yet exciting

Deep understanding of child development—applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

If you haveexperience working with children—whether as anEarly Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse—and you’re ready to shape young minds withpassion and purpose, we’d love to welcome you to our hive!