Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under 5. You will create educational activities and ensure a safe environment. Ideal candidates hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and have a passion for early childhood learning. The position offers competitive benefits including professional development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Oversee children’s development and build strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational abilities

Knowledge 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 Busy Bees

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 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 Harrow, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 56 children and offers quality early years education from babies to preschoolers. Each child is guided and supported by our caring team, ensuring they receive the best start to their education through a wide range of exciting activities and fantastic learning opportunities.

Our North West London nursery is located on Francis Road, five minutes from St Ann's Shopping Centre, with excellent transport links to the Metropolitan Line, Bakerloo Line, and Overground. The nearest station, Kenton, is a five-minute walk away. We provide complimentary lunches for our children and feature a spacious indoor area along with a large outdoor garden, where children are encouraged to be independent, curious, and to take safe risks throughout their learning journey.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across 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
• Support for menopause through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices

Additionally, you will have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources for physical and mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing team members, and Grow with Us for development opportunities and training to help you thrive 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.
• Skills: Good communication, excellent organisational abilities, 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!