Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Hive wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work

Pension

Travel opportunities

Birthday off

Family support

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. in Norwood, London, opens a state-of-the-art nursery this Winter and seeks passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our hive.

As a Nursery Practitioner you’ll help create a safe, stimulating environment, deliver EYFS-aligned activities, and become a Key Person in children’s journeys, building strong links with families.

Join us for competitive pay, generous holiday, 50% childcare discount, Hive wellbeing resources, pension, and travel opportunities.

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 — applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

Responsibilities

• 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's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with the Early 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, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Deep understanding of childDevelopment

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Join Our Brand-New Nursery in Norwood

Are you ready to be part of something special? Busy Bees is opening a state-of-the-art nursery in Norwood , London this Winter, and we're looking for passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our team!

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

Competitive pay – £15.30per 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

Your Impact as 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's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with the Early 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, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.

What You’ll Bring to the Hive as a Nursery Practitioner

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 — applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

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