Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children’s development at their location in Mount Pleasant. The ideal candidate needs a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5. Responsibilities include creating stimulating environments and leading educational activities. Competitive salary and extensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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 Busy Bees

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. Our Charitable Commitment through our partnership with BBC Children in Need offers opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

About Our Nursery

Basingstoke Hospital Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 88 children and features a dedicated qualified staffing team passionate about providing the best outcomes in life. We maintain strong links with the community, including local schools and the hospital, and host annual visits from the police to foster community relations. Conveniently located on the hospital site, we have close access to bus routes and offer free parking for staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across 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
• Access to pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and experience different cultures

There is also access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with a Wellbeing Hub and resources to support physical and mental health, plus the Grow with Us opportunities for development and training.

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.
• Skills: Good communication, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. 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.