Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Llanfaelog; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to foster children's development in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include creating stimulating learning spaces, leading educational activities, and overseeing children's growth. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5. Enjoy competitive salary and various benefits including holiday and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Financial support through Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Ability to plan and deliver activities aligned with EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and stimulating environment.
• Lead educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Understanding of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Early Years Educator

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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 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
• Access to our benefits and wellbeing platform, Hive – huge array of retail discounts and wellbeing hub resources
• A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees

About our Nursery

Our Ofsted rated Outstanding Wynyard nursery caters to up to 108 children, offering a stimulating environment designed to foster early development and prepare children for primary school through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. The nursery boasts modern, airy rooms filled with toys, games, and activity areas, along with spacious outdoor areas where children can safely explore under supervision. The nursery's location within a business park also aligns it closely with local businesses and professionals, allowing it to cater to commuting families and contributing to the broader community.

Busy Bees at Wynyard, also known as Kids 1st Wynyard, is located at 2 Wynyard Avenue, within Wynyard Business Park, Billingham, TS22 5TB. The nursery is easily accessible from nearby areas and is situated in a prime location for families working in or commuting through the business park. It's just off the A689 and about a 10‑minute drive from Billingham town centre, making it convenient for drop‑offs and pick‑up. Complimentary onsite parking provided.

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.
• Good communication and 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.

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!