Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Little Altcar; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks an Early Years Educator to foster children's intellectual, social, and emotional development. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and have experience working with children under 5. Responsibilities include preparing stimulating environments and planning educational activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage. Join a supportive team that values high-quality education and offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Your birthday off

Menopause support

Cycle to Work scheme

Private Medical Insurance discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities that support children's development aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and build strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to apply knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

About Busy Bees Nursery Formby

offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Formby, rated "Good" by Ofsted, is designed for children ranging from babies to preschoolers, providing an ideal environment for early education and development. Nestled in the heart of the community, our nursery offers a home-from-home atmosphere where children can thrive under the guidance of our experienced team. The nursery features a variety of well-equipped rooms tailored to different age groups, ensuring children can socialize with their peers while engaging in activities that align with their interests and developmental stages.

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
• Return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy Financial
• 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 array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health
• A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• A dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees

Role 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.

Key Skills

• Good communication
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

Role 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 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.

Charitable Commitment

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