Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees; Henham; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners for a new nursery opening in Stansted. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing the best start in life for children, with competitive pay and career growth opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience with children under 5 and a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education. Enjoy competitive benefits including up to 28 days holiday and a 50% childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Menopause & family support

Health & wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension & financial perks

Opportunities to travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Ability to connect with children, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Lead engaging educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Be a key person in a child’s development journey.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Deep understanding of child development

Experience working with children under 5

Passion for early childhood education

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Role Overview:

Join Our Brand-New Nursery in Stansted!

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

This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities—all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life. With space for up to 80 children, it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine.

Just a short walk from Stansted Mountfitchet train station, with direct services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. The nearest bus stop is on Lower Street, served by local routes including the 7, 7A, and 133, making your commute smooth and simple.

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

Competitive pay – £29,681.60 per 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

More Than Just a Job – It’s a Community!

✨ Join a team thatcelebrates YOU– with rewards, recognition, and exciting development opportunities

Be part of aforward-thinking nurserywhereyour ideas matter

Work in abeautiful, modern brand new settingdesigned to inspire both children and educators

Gaininternational experiencethrough travel opportunities

Role Responsibilities:

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'sphysical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with theEarly 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, andbuilding strong, trusting family connectionsto support their learning both at nursery and at home.

What You’ll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner

Level 3 (or above) qualificationinEarly Years Education

Proven experienceworking with childrenunder 5and agenuine passionfor 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 haveexperience working with children—whether as anEarly Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse—and you’re ready to shape young minds withpassion and purpose, we’d love to welcome you to our hive!

About Us

Busy Bees is theUK’s leading nursery group, with nearly400 nurseries across the UKand even more overseas! We’reall about giving every child the best start in lifeand ensuring our teamfeels valued, heard, and supportedevery step of the way!

As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to ourBee Curious curriculum, designed to nurturewonder, creativity, and confidencein young learners!

Our Charitable Commitment– Through our partnership withBBC Children in Need, wefundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK.

✨This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!