Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Northampton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Northampton is seeking a qualified Nursery Practitioner Level 3 committed to supporting children's growth and learning. Offering a salary of £24,000 per annum, this role includes various benefits such as childcare discounts, enhanced family leave, and a positive work culture focused on inclusivity and personal development.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year, including bank holidays

Childcare Discounts up to 50%

Health & Wellbeing Apps for support

Retail and Travel Discounts via Smart Hive

Enhanced family leave

Well-being programs and Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, or similar.
• Hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure each child's needs are met and support parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS.
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Observation

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

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Nursery Practitioner Level 3, Northampton

Client: Busy Bees Nurseries

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5c05f271570b

Job Views: 54

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

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Job Summary

Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues in achieving just that.

Salary: £24,000 per annum (£12 per hour)

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool Northampton Spinney Hill are proud to hold Ofsted rating Good. Located on Kettering Road, accessible via bus routes including Stagecoach buses 2, 6, 10, and 58. The team looks forward to welcoming a qualified practitioner to give children the best start in life.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of £24,000 per annum (£12 per hour) plus:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) plus a day off for your birthday.
• Childcare Discounts - generous discount of up to 50%.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Program, Peppy, and Mental Health support.
• Retail and Travel Discounts - through our ‘Smart Hive’ platform.
• Enhanced family leave.

Additional benefits include well-being programs, Cycle to Work scheme, compassionate leave, and access to discounts via Smart Hive.

What to expect as Nursery Practitioner

• Ensure each child's needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS.
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements.
• Most importantly… have FUN!

*Requirements: Hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, such as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees offers exciting opportunities to work and learn alongside leading practitioners and educators, supported by sector-leading training in child development. Our 40 years of success reflect our commitment to excellence.

About the Culture

Our purpose and values are central to our work. We promote an inclusive culture encouraging applications from all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.