Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for their Gateshead site. You will play a key role in supporting children's development through tailored observations and assessments while enjoying a range of benefits including holiday time off and childcare discounts. Join a dedicated team in a nurturing environment that prioritizes personal growth and well-being.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Childcare Discounts up to 50%

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• MUST hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children required.
• Desirable roles include Early Years Educator and Nursery Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual child needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL.
• Take ownership of observations and planning for key children.
• Encourage and praise children's development.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Observation

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

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Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues in achieving just that!

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool at Gateshead Low Fell NE9 5AT are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of *Good*. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner FULL OR PART time to assist in giving our children the best start in life.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of £24,000 per annum, plus you will also be entitled to:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because everyone needs time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Childcare Discounts - generous discount of up to 50%.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Additional service holidays.
• Extra half a day holiday per 6 months for % attendance.

And so much more, such as well-being benefits, Cycle to work – get to work, get fit, go green, and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive – our amazing benefits platform where you can explore and find discounts for some of your favourite places!

What to expect as a Nursery Practitioner

• As a keyworker, you will ensure every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS, providing developmentally challenging next steps.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• And most of all…have FUN!

*To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Nursery Practitioners and Educators in the industry, along with best-in-sector training and support in child development. With over 40 years of success, our commitment to excellence makes us a great place to grow your career.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are at the heart of everything we do. They reflect how our colleagues work, treat each other, and engage with the communities around us. We promote an inclusive culture and encourage applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.