Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Guildford seeks an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under 5. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for early childhood education. This role offers a supportive work environment with competitive benefits including professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a childcare discount, promoting a balanced work-life experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Access to benefits and wellbeing platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and deliver educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children’s development and care needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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. 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 – Busy Bees Guildford, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 77 children and features a longstanding staff team that fosters a familiar and nurturing environment. The nursery is conveniently located just five minutes from Guildford town centre by car and offers easy access to public transportation, making it convenient for families. We provide free parking for staff, complimentary lunches, and flexible working arrangements, allowing full‑time staff to choose between four or five working days, creating a supportive work‑life balance.

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)
• 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 our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your physical and mental health
• A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• Dedicated Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees

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.

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.
• Good communication skills, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• Experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse is desirable.

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children and are ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!