Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nursery group in the UK as an Early Years Educator. Play a vital role in fostering children's development within a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to make a difference in young lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Private Medical Insurance discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for learning.
• Plan and deliver educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and build family connections.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Role Overview:

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As an Early Years Educator, you will play a key role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and offers ample growth opportunities.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and internationally. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have received awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, every team member is valued, heard, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We provide a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. You will 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 opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Join our friendly team at Busy Bees in Huntingdon, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. We feature five spacious rooms, including a sensory room, and host engaging visits from local police, photographers, and ZooLab. Located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, we are close to the town center and train station, with free staff parking. We offer career progression, qualifications, and a supportive environment for early childhood education professionals.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career growth
• ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub with retail discounts
• Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonuses
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support via Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Workplace pension through Cushon
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) discounts
• Opportunities to travel and experience different cultures

Additionally, access our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub, recognition programs, and training opportunities to support your growth at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities:

What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner:

• Create a safe, stimulating environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage learning.
• Lead educational activities: Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development aligned with EYFS.
• Key Person role: Oversee children's development, care, and build strong family connections.

Required Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Skills: Good communication, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to apply child development knowledge to activities.

If you have experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse, and are passionate about early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!