Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Ipswich is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under 5. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and proven experience in similar settings. Responsibilities include creating stimulating environments and leading educational activities. Benefits include a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and unique perks like a flexible work week. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing a high-quality early childhood education.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Financial support through Salary Finance

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5, ideally as an Early Years Educator or similar role.
• Ability to create safe and stimulating environments for children's growth.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development per EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and build family connections.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• Previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

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)
• Your 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.

At Busy Bees, we're committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally in an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse role and you're ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and 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.

About our Nursery – Join our enthusiastic team at Busy Bees in Ipswich Rushmere, an Ofsted‑rated Good nursery with a capacity of 112 children. The facility features 10 wonderful rooms, six of which open up to a spacious outdoor area, promoting a seamless indoor‑outdoor experience. We make regular use of nearby heathland and woodland areas, and our nursery enjoys monthly visits from a library bus to foster a love of reading. Conveniently located close to the A12 and A14, with two local bus routes connecting to the town centre, we offer free lunch and parking for our staff. Additionally, there is an option to work a flexible four‑day week, with local shops nearby, making this a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant community.

Our Charitable Commitment – Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

We also provide access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering large retail discounts to help your money go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.