Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Gomshall; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Birthday off

Wellbeing perks

Job summary

Busy Bees Discoveryland in Solihull is recruiting a Nursery Practitioner Level 3 to play a leading role in supporting children's development, safety, and wellbeing. You will plan and deliver EYFS-aligned activities, foster curiosity, and form strong connections with families as their designated Key Person.

Join a nationally respected nursery group that values professional development, teamwork, and high-quality education, with benefits such as staff discounts, progression opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 EYFS.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

EYFS knowledge

Child development planning

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

2026-09-04T00:00:00

Location: Surrey, Surrey, GB, GU5 9NU

Application Deadline: 2026-12-04T01:02:59.843

Role 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.
• 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

Join our vibrant team at Busy Bees Discoveryland in Solihull, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 103 children. Our nursery is thoughtfully designed with five spacious rooms, each tailored to the specific age group, allowing children to engage in activities and explore outdoor areas that match their developmental stages. Located on the Jaguar Land Rover Solihull site, we exclusively serve JLR employees, providing a unique work-based nursery environment. Staff enjoy a free shuttle bus provided by JLR for local residents, free lunch, and free parking. Additionally, JLR subsidizes childcare fees, offering discounted rates. The center is closed for one week at Christmas, making this a fantastic opportunity to balance work and family life while advancing your career in early childhood education.

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)
• 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, experience different cultures, and learn new practices
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub
• A Celebrating You section showcasing recognition and rewards
• Grow with Us: development opportunities and training to support career growth

Role Responsibilities: 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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 skills and excellent organizational abilities.
• The ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

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.