Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Gloucester is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children. You will create a stimulating environment and lead educational activities while ensuring safety and well-being. Ideal candidates should hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, have experience with children under 5, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive salary and multiple benefits offered, including career development and 50% childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a 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 aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children’s development and care needs, and build strong family connections.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent organisational skills

Understanding 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 Gloucester Denmark Road, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 68 children and features a longstanding staff team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has a large outdoor area that supports learning through outdoor play. We maintain a regular presence on social media to keep families informed and engaged. Free parking is available for staff to ensure convenient access to our nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide range of 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 your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices
• Access to Hive benefits platform with retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub

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 and 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
• Strong 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!