Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Birthday off

Pension access

Childcare discount

Staff well-being programme

Job summary

Busy Bees Nottingham Wollaton is seeking an Early Years Educator to help foster the intellectual, social and emotional development of children within the EYFS framework.

You will create engaging, educational spaces, plan activities, and act as a Key Person to build supportive links with families. The role offers growth opportunities within Busy Bees' supportive nursery network.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Good communication, excellent organisational skills, and ability to plan and deliver activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment by preparing materials and arranging rooms to encourage children’s growth and learning.
• Lead educational activities that support children's development across physical, emotional, intellectual and social domains.
• Take on the Key Person role, overseeing development and care needs and building strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

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. We value high‑quality education and provide ample growth opportunities.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group with nearly 400 nurseries across the country and in overseas markets. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. Every team member 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. Our unique Bee Curious curriculum is designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need we provide significant opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Nottingham Wollaton is an Ofsted‑rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109. The nursery features expansive gardens, individual outdoor spaces for each age group, and a lively pre‑school area that promotes learning and play. We collaborate with the local library and Wollaton Park, giving children opportunities to explore beyond the nursery walls. Conveniently located on Bromcote Lane, the nursery is just a 10‑minute drive from Nottingham city centre and a short stroll from Wollaton Park. Public transport users can find a bus stop at Admiral Rodney (Stop WO06). Free Jo Jingle sessions are held on Mondays during term time to introduce music and movement. Staff also enjoy free parking.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across many retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year, including bank holidays
• Birthday off as a 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
• Pension access through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices

In addition, you will enjoy access to our Hive platform, a wellbeing hub and a Celebrating You section that showcases ways we recognise and reward our team members. A Grow with Us area shares the exciting developmental opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive at Busy Bees.

What To Expect As a Nursery Practitioner

• Create a safe, stimulating environment by preparing materials and arranging rooms to encourage children’s growth and learning.
• Lead educational activities that support children’s physical, emotional, intellectual and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Assume the Key Person role, overseeing children’s development and care needs, and building strong family connections.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience 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.

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.